Pelton Wheel Micro Turbine

A Pelton wheel turbine suited for high-head, low-flow micro hydropower sites, rated at 75 kW. It uses impulse technology with bucketed runners to efficiently convert water jet energy. Falls under HTS 8410.11.00.00 for hydraulic turbines ≤1,000 kW.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+35.0%38.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇩🇪Germany3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇯🇵Japan3.8%+10.0%13.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

8413.70.20Lower: 35% vs 38.8%

If designed primarily as a water pump rather than power generator

Centrifugal pumps resemble Pelton wheels but are classified by function in 8413.

8410.90.00Same rate: 38.8%

If shipped as runner or nozzle components only

Separate parts of turbines go to 8410.90 regardless of power rating.

8502.39.00Lower: 37.5% vs 38.8%

If bundled with generator and controls as generating set

Power generating sets with ≤75 kVA output use 8502.39 classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide head and flow rate specifications to distinguish from larger industrial models

Label components clearly to avoid misclassification as pumps under 8413

Check for anti-corrosion material certifications for waterway installations