8406.82.10.70 - Exceeding 7,460 kW

This HTS category, 8406.82.10.70, specifically classifies steam turbines and other vapor turbines, including their parts, that are designed to produce an output exceeding 7,460 kilowatts (kW). These are powerful prime movers typically utilized in large-scale industrial applications, such as electricity generation in power plants, driving large pumps, or powering heavy industrial machinery. The defining characteristic for classification within this sub-heading is the operational output capacity of the turbine.

This classification is distinguished from its sibling category, 8406.82.10.50, which covers similar turbines but with an output not exceeding 7,460 kW. Therefore, the critical differentiator is the power threshold of 7,460 kW; turbines above this capacity fall under this specific sub-heading, while those at or below this mark are classified elsewhere. The preceding levels of classification ensure these are steam or vapor turbines, and not other types of turbines or machinery.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS database, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is complete once the turbine is identified as a steam or vapor turbine, its parts are included, and its output is determined to exceed 7,460 kW. This precise definition ensures accurate tariff application for high-output vapor turbines.