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Siemens SST5-5000 Steam Turbine Generator

A single-casing reheat steam turbine rated over 500 MW for large-scale power generation in coal or nuclear plants. Classified under HTS 8406.81.10 due to its steam-driven operation and exceeding 40 MW output.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6.7%+37.5%44.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6.7%+10.0%16.7%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6.7%+10.0%16.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8406.81Same rate: 44.2%

If other vapor turbine (not steam)

Non-steam vapor turbines like organic Rankine cycle units fall in separate provisions.

8410.11.00Lower: 41.3% vs 44.2%

If hydraulic turbine rather than steam

Water-powered turbines are classified in heading 8410 for hydraulic engines.

8502.31.00Higher: 52.5% vs 44.2%

If imported as complete generating set with generator

Complete generator sets including turbines may classify under Chapter 85 electrical machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include detailed material composition certificates for high-temperature alloys used in turbine blades

โ€ข Ensure export licenses from origin country for dual-use power generation equipment

โ€ข Conduct country-of-origin verification as assemblies may involve multiple countries