Low-Head Archimedes Screw Turbine from Japan
12-meter Archimedes screw hydro turbine generating 100 kW from very low heads (1-5m). Fish-friendly design for environmental sites. Classified under 8410.11.00.00 water wheels ≤1,000 kW.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide fish passage certification documentation
• Specify exact head range and screw diameter specs
• Avoid classifying as water lifting machinery under pumps