Steam Turbine Nozzle Ring from Germany
Annular assembly of stationary nozzles directing high-velocity steam onto turbine blades for impulse extraction. Made from heat-resistant castings, under HTS 8406.90.45.80 as other steam turbine parts. Key component in high-pressure and intermediate-pressure turbine stages.
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
• Supply nozzle angle and steam path drawings essential for classification
• Avoid misclassification as general castings under 7325.99
• Test certificates for erosion resistance required for high-velocity designs