Kaplan Turbine Blades from Japan
Adjustable propeller blades for Kaplan turbines used in low-head, high-flow hydroelectric sites, allowing pitch variation for efficiency. Typically cast from stainless steel or bronze alloys. Classified as parts of hydraulic turbines under HTS 8410.90.00.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include pitch adjustment mechanism details and flow rate specifications in import declarations
• Obtain manufacturer's declaration of conformity for pressure vessel standards (ASME, etc.)
• Avoid reclassification as marine propellers (8485.90) by providing hydroelectric installation evidence