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12V DC Gear Motor for Robotic Arms from China

This small DC motor with integrated gearbox delivers torque up to 10kg-cm at 12V, with output under 750W, used in robotic arms and automation equipment. It falls under HTS 8501.31.60.00 as a DC motor of output not exceeding 750W, categorized as 'other' excluding specific uni-directional or frame size exclusions. Primarily employed in hobby robotics and light industrial machinery.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]

Import Tips

Verify motor output does not exceed 750W via spec sheets for correct subheading; include CE marking for electrical safety compliance

Common pitfall: confusing with AC motors under 8501.40; ensure detailed technical datasheets accompany shipment