Diaphragm Pneumatic Motor from Japan
A diaphragm-style pneumatic motor for low-pressure applications like metering pumps and dosing systems. Falls under HTS 8412.39.0080 as other pneumatic engines, valued for its seal-less design preventing contamination. Used in pharmaceutical and food processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide material safety data sheets for diaphragm composition (e.g
• PTFE); FDA compliance docs needed for food/pharma use
• Pitfall: classifying pump assemblies as motors only