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Siemens SGen-2000P DC Generator from Japan

A large-scale DC generator designed for industrial power plants, producing over 375 kW output for backup power systems. Classified under HTS 8501.34.61.00 as a DC generator exceeding 375 kW, excluding photovoltaic types and generating sets. It converts mechanical energy to DC electrical power for heavy-duty applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

17%

Rate breakdown

9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 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
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.

Import Tips

Verify output rating exceeds 375 kW with manufacturer specs and test certificates to confirm classification

Ensure compliance with NEMA MG1 standards and provide detailed technical datasheets for CBP review

Avoid misclassification as a generating set by importing generator separately from prime mover