100 kW DC Electric Forklift Motor from Japan
Heavy-duty DC motor rated at 100 kW for powering large industrial forklifts in warehouse operations. Falls under HTS 8501.33.20 as a DC motor with output between 75 kW and 149.2 kW. Provides high starting torque essential for lifting heavy loads.
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
• Include forklift OEM specifications confirming DC motor type and exact kW rating to prevent reclassification
• Ensure motors meet OSHA safety standards and provide insulation class (e.g
• Class H) documentation
• Declare if motor includes integrated controller; separate classification may apply for smart motor assemblies