Fixed Ratio Right Angle Gear Drive

Compact 90-degree fixed ratio gear drive for mounting motors perpendicular to driven equipment. Classified HTS 8483.40.30.80 as manual ratio speed changer for general industrial use excluding paper processing. Common in pump and fan applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8413.70.20Same rate: 35%

If for centrifugal pumps

Gear drives specifically for pump drives may classify as pump parts

8414.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If integral to industrial fans

Speed changers as essential fan components classify with the fans

8483.30.80Higher: 39.5% vs 35%

If containing significant bearing housings

Units where housed bearings constitute principal element classify under bearing provisions

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Highlight right-angle configuration and mounting dimensions in technical specs,Specify service factors for different industrial applications,Include lubrication specifications as they affect duty treatment

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