Product classification
HS code for Large hydro turbine: 8410.13
Turbines, hydraulic turbines and water wheels, of a power exceeding 10000kW.
Classification of large hydro turbine under HS 8410.13
Large hydraulic turbines are classified under HS code 8410.13. This classification is based on the General Interpretative Rules, specifically focusing on the function of the machinery and its power capacity. Heading 8410 covers hydraulic turbines and water wheels. The subheadings are divided based on the power output of the unit. Subheading 8410.13 is specifically designated for turbines with a power output exceeding 10,000 kW (10 MW). These machines are designed to convert the kinetic and potential energy of water into mechanical energy. The classification process requires a review of the technical data sheets to confirm the maximum power output. This code applies to the turbine unit, which includes the runner, the shaft, and the casing. It is essential to distinguish these from pumps, which move water using energy, whereas turbines extract energy from moving water.
- Covers
- Large-scale Francis turbines
- Kaplan turbines for high-flow applications
- Pelton wheels for high-head hydroelectric plants
- Bulb turbines for low-head power stations
- Propeller-type hydraulic turbines exceeding 10,000 kW
- Also under 8410.13
Three Gorges Dam turbines, Itaipu Dam turbines, Grand Coulee Dam turbines (manufactured by Voith Hydro, Andritz Hydro, GE Renewable Energy)
Codes often confused with 8410.13
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS codes 8410.11 and 8410.12. Code 8410.11 is for turbines not exceeding 1,000 kW, while 8410.12 is for those between 1,000 kW and 10,000 kW. Misidentifying the power rating can lead to incorrect duty applications. Furthermore, these are often confused with HS code 8501 or 8502 when the turbine is imported with an electrical generator. If the shipment consists of a complete hydroelectric generating set, heading 8502 is generally more appropriate. Additionally, parts of these turbines should be classified under 8410.90 rather than the turbine code itself.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841013 (the code used for large hydro turbine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841013 (the code used for large hydro turbine) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 16% of world imports. Russia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($9.1M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 841013, not only large hydro turbine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $32M 45% of world exports
- 2 United States $11M 16% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $7.3M 10% of world exports
Russia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($9.1M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $70M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Australia $16M 16% of world imports
- 2 Chile $15M 15% of world imports
- 3 Colombia $11M 11% of world imports
World total: $100M 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 large hydro turbine
Brazil classifies large hydro turbine under NCM 8410.13.00: HS 8410.13 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about large hydro turbine
What is the HS code for Large hydro turbine?
The HS code for Large hydro turbine is 841013 (Turbines; hydraulic turbines and water wheels, of a power exceeding 10000kW). The HS code for hydraulic turbines with a power output exceeding 10,000 kW is 8410.13.
How do I classify Large hydro turbine for customs?
Large hydro turbine is classified under HS code 841013 — Turbines; hydraulic turbines and water wheels, of a power exceeding 10000kW. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are the governors for these turbines included in this code?
No, regulators and governors for hydraulic turbines are specifically mentioned in the subheadings of 8410 but are often classified under 8410.90 as parts or under heading 9032 if they are automatic regulating instruments.
Which countries are the top exporters of large hydro turbine (HS 841013)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841013 (the code used for large hydro turbine) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($32M, 45% of world exports), the United States ($11M) and Brazil ($7.3M). World exports came to about $70M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Russia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($9.1M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of large hydro turbine (HS 841013)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841013 (the code used for large hydro turbine) in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($16M, 16% of world imports), Chile ($15M) and Colombia ($11M). World imports came to about $100M, 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.
Is the HS code for Large hydro turbine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841013 for Large hydro turbine is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for large hydro turbine in Brazil?
In Brazil, large hydro turbine (HS 841013) is classified under NCM 8410.13.00.