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TBEA 32MVA Wind Farm Step-Up Transformer

A 32MVA pad-mount style transformer for onshore wind farms, collector substation application with 34.5/161kV ratio. It falls under tariff item 8504.23.00 for liquid dielectric and power capacity far exceeding 10,000 kVA.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8504.22.00Same rate: Free

If the transformer's power handling capacity is 10,000 kVA or less.

Liquid dielectric transformers with capacity not exceeding 10,000 kVA fall under a different tariff item.

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• Confirm the transformer's compliance with Canadian electrical codes for renewable energy installations

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