Product classification
HS code for Power plant turbine: 8410.13
Turbines, hydraulic turbines and water wheels, of a power exceeding 10000kW.
Classification of power plant turbine under HS 8410.13
Hydraulic turbines with a power output exceeding 10,000 kW are classified under HS code 8410.13. Heading 8410 covers hydraulic turbines and water wheels, which convert the energy of flowing or falling water into mechanical energy. The subheadings under 8410 are organized by power capacity, with 8410.13 representing the largest units typically found in hydroelectric power plants. The classification is determined by the rated power output of the turbine, not the generator it may be coupled with. For the purposes of the HS, the turbine itself is the focus of this code. This includes the main rotating components (the runner), the casing, and the regulating mechanisms (governors) if presented with the turbine. The classification excludes pumps that can operate as turbines (heading 8413) and steam turbines (heading 8406). The 10,000 kW (10 MW) threshold is a clear dividing line used by customs authorities to categorize utility-scale energy equipment. These turbines are often custom-engineered for specific head and flow conditions at a dam or river site. Under GRI 1, the terms of the headings and subheadings are the primary authority, and 8410.13 specifically names hydraulic turbines of this high power capacity. If the turbine is imported as part of a complete hydroelectric generating set (turbine plus alternator), it might be classified under heading 8502, but the turbine as a standalone mechanical unit remains 8410.13.
- Covers
- Large-scale Francis turbines (>10MW)
- Kaplan turbines for hydroelectric plants (>10MW)
- Pelton wheels for high-head power generation (>10MW)
- Propeller-type hydraulic turbines (>10MW)
- Bulb turbines for low-head hydro (>10MW)
- 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 frequent error is confusing hydraulic turbines with steam turbines (8406) or gas turbines (8411). Another common mistake is choosing the wrong capacity subheading; turbines between 1,000 kW and 10,000 kW must be classified under 8410.12, while those under 1,000 kW fall under 8410.11. 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 power plant turbine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841013 (the code used for power plant 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 power plant 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 power plant turbine
Brazil classifies power plant 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 power plant turbine
What is the HS code for Power plant turbine?
The HS code for Power plant turbine is 841013 (Turbines; hydraulic turbines and water wheels, of a power exceeding 10000kW). For a hydraulic turbine with a power output exceeding 10,000 kW, the HS code is 8410.13.
How do I classify Power plant turbine for customs?
Power plant 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 wind turbines classified under this code?
No, wind turbines (wind-powered generating sets) are classified under HS code 8502.31, as they are considered electrical generating sets rather than simple hydraulic turbines.
Which countries are the top exporters of power plant turbine (HS 841013)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841013 (the code used for power plant 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 power plant turbine (HS 841013)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841013 (the code used for power plant 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 Power plant turbine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841013 for Power plant 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 power plant turbine in Brazil?
In Brazil, power plant turbine (HS 841013) is classified under NCM 8410.13.00.