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Lincoln 12HP DC Motor

12HP (8.95kW) DC motor for arc welding tractors, severe duty construction. HTS 8501.32.5540 for 750W-75kW DC motors; meets IP67 for outdoor welding applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8515.39.00Lower: 39.1% vs 50%

If welding machine integral motor

Arc welding apparatus parts classify under heading 8515.

8501.31.40.00Lower: 41.5% vs 50%

If ≤750W portable welder motor

Smaller welders use fractional HP motors.

8501.10.60Lower: 40.3% vs 50%

If >75kW welding motor

Large substation welders exceed power limit.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• AWS D1.1 weld quality certification if motor frame welded construction

• Specify duty cycle for welding (60% vs 100%) affects rating

• Magnetic particle inspection reports for castings in severe duty