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Bulb Turbine for Low-Head Hydro from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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

Bulb Turbine for Low-Head Hydro from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8410.13.00.00