Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 85013360 - DC generators of an output exceeding 75 kW but not exceeding 375 kW

DC generators, also known as direct current generators, are electrical devices that convert mechanical energy into direct current electrical energy. They are used in a variety of applications, including power generation, industrial processes, and transportation. HS Code 85013360 specifically refers to DC generators with an output exceeding 75 kW but not exceeding 375 kW.

When importing or exporting goods, it is important to understand the specific HS code that applies to the product. The HS code is a standardized system used globally to classify and categorize goods for customs and trade purposes. It helps ensure consistency and accuracy in international trade transactions.

For DC generators with an output exceeding 75 kW but not exceeding 375 kW, the HS code 85013360 is used. This code provides a clear identification for customs officials and trade partners to determine the nature and specifications of the product being imported or exported.

The bound or most-favored-nation (MFN) duty rate for HS code 85013360 is 2.5%. This means that when a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must apply the same duty rate of 2.5% to all goods or services from all its trading partners. This helps promote fair and equal treatment in international trade.

The quantity unit for HS code 85013360 is number (NO), indicating that the unit of measurement for this product is simply a count of the number of DC generators being imported or exported.

There are also special tariff preference programs that may apply to HS code 85013360. These programs allow for duty-free treatment or reduced tariffs for certain countries or regions. Some of the special tariff preference programs applicable to this HS code include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) - Provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from developing countries.
• Australia Special Rate - Duty-free treatment specific to Australia.
• Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA) - Duty-free treatment for automotive products.
• Bahrain Special Rate - Duty-free treatment specific to Bahrain.
• Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft - Duty-free treatment for civil aircraft trade.
• NAFTA for Canada - Duty-free treatment for trade between Canada and the United States.
• Chile Special Rate - Duty-free treatment specific to Chile.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) - Duty-free treatment for eligible products from Caribbean countries.
• Israel Special Rate - Duty-free treatment specific to Israel.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA) - Duty-free treatment for eligible products from Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate - Duty-free treatment specific to Jordan.
• Morocco Special Rate - Duty-free treatment specific to Morocco.
• NAFTA for Mexico - Duty-free treatment for trade between Mexico and the United States.
• Oman Special Rate - Duty-free treatment specific to Oman.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA) - Duty-free treatment for trade between the United States and Central American countries.
• Peru Special Rate - Duty-free treatment specific to Peru.
• Singapore Special Rate - Duty-free treatment specific to Singapore.

When importing DC generators with HS code 85013360 to the United States, one of the exporting US states is Missouri. This information is important for tracking trade flows and understanding the origin of the product.

HS code 85013360 plays a crucial role in international trade by providing a standardized classification for DC generators with specific output parameters. It helps customs officials, trade partners, and businesses accurately identify and classify the goods being imported or exported, ensuring compliance with trade regulations and facilitating smooth trade transactions.