Toy Car DC Motor from Japan
Miniature brushed DC motor under 10W powering electric toy cars and model vehicles. Falls under HTS 8501.10.40 as other motors of under 18.65W output, distinct from hermetic or stepper variants. Common in hobbyist RC cars and children's toys.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide toy safety certifications like ASTM F963 alongside motor specs
• Ensure declaration as 'toy motor' to avoid higher duties on industrial parts
• Batch import with complete toy assemblies to qualify for toy chapter preferences