Micro Gearbox Motor from China
Small geared DC motor under 12W with integrated planetary gearbox for robotics arms. HTS 8501.10.40 for other motors <18.65W; gearbox doesn't change motor classification. Used in hobby robotics and automation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify gear ratio and torque in documentation for valuation
• Test for exact power draw to stay under 18.65W limit
• Pitfall: complete robot kits classify under 8479/9503