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Low-Cost Synchronous Motor for Turntables from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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