Miniature Wiper Motor from Japan
Small DC motor under 15W used in automotive rearview mirror wipers or model wipers. HTS 8501.10.40 applies to other non-hermetic, non-stepper motors under 18.65W. Designed for intermittent low-power operation in vehicles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include automotive part certifications if for OEM use
• Declare exact output power to prevent reclassification to higher wattage subheadings
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as complete wiper assembly under 8512