Vibration Motor for Phones

ERM (Eccentric Rotating Mass) vibration motor under 5W for smartphone haptic feedback. Classified in HTS 8501.10.40 as other small output motors, not stepper or hermetic. Essential for notification alerts in mobile devices.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+35.0%39.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪Germany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇯🇵Japan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8517Lower: 10% vs 39.4%

If part of telephone handset parts

Phone-specific parts including motors classify under 8517 for telecom equipment.

8501.10.20Higher: 41.7% vs 39.4%

If linear resonant actuator (LRA) stepper type

Advanced haptic motors using stepper tech go to 8501.10.20.

8473.30Lower: 35% vs 39.4%

If imported as computer peripheral parts

For laptop/tablet vibration motors, parts of data processing machines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify RoHS compliance for electronics imports

Ship as 'phone parts' with Bills of Materials

Avoid declaring as complete phone to prevent Chapter 85 assembly rules

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