Kaplan Hydroelectric Turbine from China
A Kaplan turbine is an axial-flow reaction turbine designed for low-head, high-flow hydroelectric installations, suitable for powers exceeding 10,000 kW. It features adjustable propeller blades to optimize efficiency across varying water flows. Classified under HTS 8410.13.00.00 due to its hydraulic turbine design and high power capacity for large-scale power generation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify turbine power rating exceeds 10,000 kW with manufacturer certification to confirm HTS 8410.13.00.00 classification
• Include detailed technical specs on head, flow rate, and efficiency in import documentation to avoid misclassification