Chevrolet Bolt EV Traction Motor from Japan
DC electric motor serving as primary mechanical power source for Chevrolet Bolt EV compact electric car (8703.80). Rated at approximately 150kW peak but continuous output within 75kW limit. Precisely matches 8501.32.4500 criteria for EV propulsion motors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Submit technical datasheets showing power rating and EV-specific design features
• Ensure declaration specifies 'primary mechanical power source for EV' to meet subheading requirements
• Avoid misclassification by distinguishing from HVAC or accessory motors in the same vehicle