HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8410.12 – Turbines; hydraulic turbines and water wheels, of a power exceeding 1000kW but not exceeding 10000kW
HS code 8410.12 is the 6-digit subheading for turbines, hydraulic turbines and water wheels, of a power exceeding 1000kW but not exceeding 10000kW. It is used for medium Francis turbines, medium Kaplan turbines, medium Pelton turbines, reversible pump-turbines (medium) and bulb turbines.
What HS 8410.12 covers
This HS code pertains to hydraulic turbines and water wheels with a power output exceeding 1000kW but not exceeding 10000kW. These medium-sized turbines are crucial for regional power grids, industrial power generation, and pumped-storage plants, bridging the gap between micro-hydro and large-scale projects. International trade involves specialized engineering firms and heavy equipment manufacturers. Importers are typically national or regional utility companies, industrial conglomerates, and infrastructure developers. Exporters are global leaders in hydro-power technology. The trade focuses on balancing efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for mid-sized hydropower installations, often requiring custom engineering and long-term maintenance contracts, reflecting significant capital investment in renewable energy infrastructure.
- Covers
- Medium Francis turbines
- Medium Kaplan turbines
- Medium Pelton turbines
- Reversible pump-turbines (medium)
- Bulb turbines
- Propeller turbines
- Examples
- Andritz Hydro Francis turbines
- Voith Hydro Kaplan turbines
- GE Renewable Energy medium-sized hydro units
Codes often confused with 8410.12
Common mistake. Often confused with 841011 (low power) or 841013 (high power), but 841012 specifically defines the medium power range for hydraulic turbines.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 841012, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 841012 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Guatemala, with 24% 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 Italy $10.0M 22% of world exports
- 2 Austria $9.0M 20% of world exports
- 3 Germany $6.6M 14% of world exports
World total: $46M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Guatemala $15M 24% of world imports
- 2 Philippines $4.3M 6.9% of world imports
- 3 Azerbaijan $4.1M 6.6% of world imports
World total: $63M 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 8410.12
Brazil does not split HS 8410.12: its NCM code is 8410.12.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8410.12
What is HS code 841012?
HS code 841012 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Turbines; hydraulic turbines and water wheels, of a power exceeding 1000kW but not exceeding 10000kW. This HS code pertains to hydraulic turbines and water wheels with a power output exceeding 1000kW but not exceeding 10000kW. These medium-sized turbines are crucial for regional power grids, industrial power generation, and pumped-storage plants, bridging the gap between micro-hydro and large-scale projects. International trade involves specialized engineering firms and heavy equipment manufacturers. Importers are typically national or regional utility companies, industrial conglomerates, and infrastructure developers. Exporters are global leaders in hydro-power technology. The trade focuses on balancing efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for mid-sized hydropower installations, often requiring custom engineering and long-term maintenance contracts, reflecting significant capital investment in renewable energy infrastructure.
What products fall under HS code 841012?
Medium Francis turbines, medium Kaplan turbines, medium Pelton turbines, reversible pump-turbines (medium), bulb turbines, propeller turbines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 841012?
Often confused with 841011 (low power) or 841013 (high power), but 841012 specifically defines the medium power range for hydraulic turbines.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 841012?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 841012 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($10.0M, 22% of world exports), Austria ($9.0M) and Germany ($6.6M). World exports came to about $46M, 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 841012?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 841012 in UN Comtrade data were Guatemala ($15M, 24% of world imports), the Philippines ($4.3M) and Azerbaijan ($4.1M). World imports came to about $63M, 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 841012 structured?
HS code 841012 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 841012?
In Brazil, HS code 841012 is NCM 8410.12.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.