USB Cooling Fan Motor
A small DC motor under 18W used in USB-powered desktop cooling fans for circulating air. Classified under HTS 8501.10.40 as an electric motor of output not exceeding 18.65W, other than hermetic or stepper types. It drives the fan blades in consumer electronics cooling applications.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If assembled into a complete DC fan unit
Complete fan assemblies with motors are classified as parts of machines under heading 8503, not separate motors.
If it's a stepper motor for precise positioning
Stepper motors fall under 8501.10.20 regardless of size, due to specific subheading for that type.
If output exceeds 37.5W but under 750W
Higher power fractional horsepower motors shift to 8501.31, changing duty structure.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify motor output with manufacturer specs to confirm <18.65W classification; include test reports for Customs
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