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Single-Phase Furnace Draft Inducer Motor

250W single-phase AC motor for gas furnace induced draft blowers, 3250 RPM shaded pole or PSC design. Ensures proper combustion venting. HTS 8501.40.4040 for 74.6-735W single-phase.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+50.0%54%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+25.0%29%
🇨🇦Canada4%+25.0%29%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8414.59Lower: 14.8% vs 54%

If part of complete furnace assembly

Motors integral to heating equipment follow equipment classification.

8501.10.40Lower: 41.9% vs 54%

If hermetically sealed design

Any sealed motor design shifts to hermetic compressor motor heading.

8501.31.60.00Lower: 39.9% vs 54%

If DC brushless inducer motor

Modern efficient furnaces use DC motors in separate DC heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• High RPM specification typical but doesn't change classification from standard AC motor

• Document single-phase wiring; three-phase rare for residential furnaces

• Not a 'blower assembly' (8414.90); classify as replacement motor