Johnson Electric 20W DC Gear Motor for Window Blinds from Germany
This 20W DC gearmotor with integrated planetary gearbox drives automated window blinds and shades in smart homes. It qualifies for HTS 8501.10.60 as a DC motor with output 18.65W-37.5W, excluding the gearbox value for classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare motor power exclusive of gearbox ratio; Customs evaluates electrical output only for 8501.10
• Include gearbox torque specs but classify primarily by motor characteristics
• Avoid pitfall of 8483 classification—gearmotors remain motors if electric motor provides principal function