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Low-Cost Synchronous Motor for Turntables from China

3W synchronous motor for belt-drive record player turntables, maintaining constant 33/45 RPM speeds. Economical design valued under $4, ideal for audio equipment. HTS 8501.10.20.00 for synchronous, sub-18.65W motors.

Duty Rate — China → United States

44.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)

Import Tips

• Specify RPM and frequency dependence to prove synchronous operation to customs

• Provide noise/vibration test data if marketing as 'audiophile grade' component

• Avoid combining with platter in sets; individual motor import keeps low-power classification