Brushless DC Motor for Drone Propellers from China
High-efficiency brushless DC motor driving propellers in consumer drones, power 18.65-37.5 W per motor. HTS 8501.10.60.40 applies to these standalone DC brushless motors in the designated output range.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include drone model compatibility and RPM specifications in entry documents
• Separate motor from propeller assemblies to maintain motor classification
• Watch for Section 301 tariffs on Chinese drone components; verify country of origin