LM Wind Power 44m Blade Spar Cap from Japan
Carbon fiber reinforced spar cap for LM Wind Power 44m blades used in turbines under 8502.31.00, providing primary load-bearing structure against bending forces. Engineered for fatigue resistance over 20 years. As a blade subcomponent dedicated to wind generators, classified in 8503.00.95.70.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide finite element analysis proving wind blade design; declare composite material breakdown accurately; ensure epoxy resin content noted for chemical regs