Bulb Turbine for Low-Head Hydro from Germany
Bulb turbines house horizontal shaft Kaplan-style runners in a bulb-shaped housing for very low-head sites exceeding 10,000 kW total power. They maximize efficiency in rivers with minimal drop. Classified in HTS 8410.13.00.00 for large-scale hydraulic turbines.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document fish-friendly blade designs if applicable for environmental compliance certifications
• Specify total installed power for multi-unit installations to meet >10,000 kW threshold
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'water wheels' which could trigger different Chapter 84 subheadings