GE 9HA.02 Condensing Steam Turbine from Germany
A stationary condensing steam turbine with over 500 MW output used in combined-cycle power plants to generate electricity from high-pressure steam. It falls under HTS 8406.81.1020 as it is a stationary condensing type exceeding 40 MW, designed for efficient energy recovery from steam exhaust.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify turbine output exceeds 40 MW with manufacturer specs for correct subheading; misclassification to lower outputs risks penalties
• Obtain ASME certification and provide detailed engineering drawings for customs valuation of complex machinery
• Check for export controls under EAR for high-tech turbines and prepare BIS licenses if applicable