Brushless Vibration Motor for Smartphones from China
Compact brushless DC motor providing haptic feedback vibrations in smartphones, output 18.65-37.5 W. Classified under HTS 8501.10.60.40 for its DC brushless construction and specified power range used in mobile devices.
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
• Provide test reports confirming power output and brushless operation to prevent reclassification
• Declare as replacement part if applicable, with OEM compatibility documentation
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying with complete phone assemblies under Chapter 85 heading 8517