8502.11.00.00 - Of an output not exceeding 75 kVA

This HTS category, 8502.11.00.00, specifically classifies generating sets that utilize compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines, commonly known as diesel or semi-diesel engines, and are designed to produce an electrical output *not exceeding 75 kVA*. These are typically portable or stationary units intended for use as primary or emergency power sources in situations where grid electricity is unavailable or unreliable. Examples include small backup generators for residences, portable generators for construction sites, and small-scale power units for remote operations.

The defining characteristic differentiating this category from its siblings is the output capacity. While 8502.11.00.00 covers units with an output of 75 kVA or less, sibling category 8502.12.00.00 encompasses generating sets with an output exceeding 75 kVA but not exceeding 375 kVA. The third sibling, 8502.13.00, covers those with an output greater than 375 kVA. This hierarchical structure allows for precise classification based on the power generation capability of the diesel or semi-diesel engine driven generating set.

As a leaf node, this classification does not have further subcategories. The classification is determined solely by the type of engine (compression-ignition internal combustion) and the specific output rating. Therefore, accurate determination rests on verifying the manufacturer's specifications regarding the maximum continuous power output of the generating set in kVA.