V-Belt Grooved Pulley for Industrial Motors

This grooved pulley is designed with a V-shaped groove to securely engage V-belts in industrial motor drive systems, transmitting power from the motor to connected machinery. It falls under HTS 8483.50.90.40 as a grooved pulley within the category of flywheels and pulleys. Made typically from cast iron or steel for durability in high-torque applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+35.0%37.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+10.0%12.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

8483.90Lower: 12.8% vs 37.8%

If imported as unfinished or rough machined

Unfinished pulleys lacking final groove machining are classified as parts of pulleys rather than complete grooved pulleys.

8431.39.00Lower: 35% vs 37.8%

If for use in specific agricultural machinery like combines

Pulleys dedicated to parts of agricultural machines may shift to Chapter 84 heading for those machines.

8503.00.95Higher: 38% vs 37.8%

If imported as integral part of a complete electric motor assembly

When supplied assembled with motor, it may be classified under the motor heading rather than as a separate transmission part.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify pulley groove profile (e.g

A, B section) matches belt specs to avoid misclassification; provide engineering drawings for customs valuation; ensure material composition declaration to prevent shifts to other headings

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