Cast Iron Turbine Inlet Scroll from Japan
Rough cast iron scroll-shaped volute that directs airflow into the turbine stage of stationary gas turbines. Cleaned and minimally machined only for casting defect removal and assembly fixturing, classified under HTS 8411.99.1010 for nonaircraft gas turbine parts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide engineering drawings showing minimal machining to qualify for cast-iron rough part rate
• Avoid common pitfall of over-machining in supplier country; specify 'rough casting only' in POs
• Pair with gas turbine invoice line to establish principal use for tariff purposes