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Leeson 3/4 HP Vacuum Cleaner Universal Motor

Leeson 3/4 HP universal motor drives high-performance vacuum cleaners, exceeding 37.5 W with series-wound construction for variable speed AC/DC use. Classified in HTS 8501.20.60.00 as other universal motors not specified elsewhere.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.4%+37.5%39.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇨🇦Canada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8501.10.60Higher: 40.3% vs 39.9%

If output ≤37.5 W

Universal motors under 37.5 W threshold use the lower-output subheading.

8501.32Lower: 27% vs 39.9%

If DC-only without AC brushes

Non-universal DC motors go to DC-specific categories.

8479.89.65.00Lower: 22.5% vs 39.9%

If integrated into a complete machine

Assembled machines classify under their functional heading, not separate motors.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Conduct pre-shipment power output testing and include lab certificates to substantiate >37.5W claim

• Ensure rotor and stator materials are documented to avoid material-based reclassifications