HTS 8502.13.00.40: US import duty from China
Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), Of an output exceeding <il>375 kVA</il>, Exceeding <il>1,000 kVA</il>. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 2% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 27% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $200.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,747.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 8502.13.00.40 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 8502.13.00.40 (Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), Of an output exceeding <il>375 kVA</il>, Exceeding <il>1,000 kVA</il>) have a duty of 27% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 8502.13.00.40 cover?
Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), Of an output exceeding <il>375 kVA</il>, Exceeding <il>1,000 kVA</il>. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 8502.13.00.40 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,747, about 27.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 8502
- 8502.11.00.00Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), Of an output not exceeding <il>75 kVA</il>
- 8502.12.00.00Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), Of an output exceeding <il>75 kVA</il> but not exceeding <il>375 kVA</il>
- 8502.13.00.20Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), Of an output exceeding <il>375 kVA</il>, Exceeding <il>375 kVA</il> but not exceeding <il>1,000 kVA</il>
- 8502.20.00.30Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines, Of an output not exceeding <il>1.875 kVA</il>
- 8502.20.00.60Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines, Of an output exceeding <il>1.875 kVA</il> but not exceeding <il>6.25 kVA</il>
- 8502.20.00.70Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines, Of an output exceeding <il>6.25 kVA</il> but not exceeding <il>75 kVA</il>
- 8502.20.00.85Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Generating sets with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines, Of an output exceeding <il>75 kVA</il>
- 8502.31.00.00Electric generating sets and rotary converters, Other generating sets, Wind-powered
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.