Siemens 12kW DC Traction Motor from Japan
12kW DC traction motor for electric forklifts, series wound for high starting torque at 36V DC. Classified HTS 8501.32.55 as 'other' DC motor 750W-75kW. Powers material handling vehicles.
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
• SAE J551 automotive EMC testing may be required for vehicle installation
• IP67 sealing specification critical for forklift washdown environments
• Regenerative braking capability affects controller matching declarations