HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8406.82 – Turbines; steam and other vapour turbines, (for other than marine propulsion), of an output not exceeding 40MW
HS code 8406.82 is the 6-digit subheading for turbines, steam and other vapour turbines, (for other than marine propulsion), of an output not exceeding 40MW. It is used for industrial back-pressure turbines, condensing steam turbines (small), biomass power plant turbines, geothermal steam turbines and waste heat recovery turbines.
What HS 8406.82 covers
This HS code pertains to steam and other vapor turbines with an output not exceeding 40MW, used for applications other than marine propulsion. These turbines are versatile, finding use in industrial power generation, combined heat and power (CHP) plants, waste-to-energy facilities, and smaller-scale renewable energy projects like biomass or geothermal. The trade in these turbines is broader than their larger counterparts, catering to a wider range of industrial buyers and regional energy projects. Importers include industrial facilities, municipalities, and smaller utility companies seeking efficient energy solutions. Exporters are often specialized manufacturers offering a range of standardized and custom-engineered solutions.
- Covers
- Industrial back-pressure turbines
- Condensing steam turbines (small)
- Biomass power plant turbines
- Geothermal steam turbines
- Waste heat recovery turbines
- Small-scale CHP turbines
- Examples
- Siemens Energy SST-100 turbine
- GE Power small industrial steam turbines
- MAN Energy Solutions steam turbines
- Fuji Electric steam turbines
Codes often confused with 8406.82
Common mistake. The key differentiator is the output capacity (not exceeding 40MW) compared to 840681, and they are distinct from gas turbines (8411) which utilize combustion gases as their working fluid.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 840682, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 840682 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $89M 20% of world exports
- 2 China $81M 18% of world exports
- 3 India $52M 12% of world exports
World total: $446M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $46M 11% of world imports
- 2 United States $32M 7.8% of world imports
- 3 Kenya $28M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $417M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8406.82
Brazil does not split HS 8406.82: its NCM code is 8406.82.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8406.82
What is HS code 840682?
HS code 840682 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Turbines; steam and other vapour turbines, (for other than marine propulsion), of an output not exceeding 40MW. This HS code pertains to steam and other vapor turbines with an output not exceeding 40MW, used for applications other than marine propulsion. These turbines are versatile, finding use in industrial power generation, combined heat and power (CHP) plants, waste-to-energy facilities, and smaller-scale renewable energy projects like biomass or geothermal. The trade in these turbines is broader than their larger counterparts, catering to a wider range of industrial buyers and regional energy projects. Importers include industrial facilities, municipalities, and smaller utility companies seeking efficient energy solutions. Exporters are often specialized manufacturers offering a range of standardized and custom-engineered solutions.
What products fall under HS code 840682?
Industrial back-pressure turbines, condensing steam turbines (small), biomass power plant turbines, geothermal steam turbines, waste heat recovery turbines, small-scale CHP turbines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 840682?
The key differentiator is the output capacity (not exceeding 40MW) compared to 840681, and they are distinct from gas turbines (8411) which utilize combustion gases as their working fluid.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 840682?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 840682 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($89M, 20% of world exports), China ($81M) and India ($52M). World exports came to about $446M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 840682?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 840682 in UN Comtrade data were China ($46M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($32M) and Kenya ($28M). World imports came to about $417M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 840682 structured?
HS code 840682 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (82) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 840682?
In Brazil, HS code 840682 is NCM 8406.82.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.