GE LM2500 Marine Gas Turbine from China
The GE LM2500 is a lightweight, high-power aeroderivative gas turbine used for marine propulsion in frigates, destroyers, and fast ferries. It falls under HTS 8406.10.90.00 as it is a vapor turbine (gas turbine) specifically designed for marine propulsion but not classified as a steam turbine or specific high-speed model under other subheadings. This classification covers other turbines for marine use beyond basic steam types.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify turbine specifications match marine propulsion use with manufacturer certifications; obtain ITAR export licenses if from US sources due to military applications; ensure compliance with IMO emissions standards for documentation