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Single-Phase 1/2 HP Pedestal Fan Motor

400W single-phase AC motor for industrial pedestal fans, 1725 RPM with ball bearings and thermal cutout. Classifies under HTS 8501.40.4040 as other single-phase AC motor 74.6-735W.

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.

8414.51.30.00Lower: 17.2% vs 54%

If imported as complete pedestal fan

Finished fans with stands/motors classified by fan function and table/pedestal type.

8501.40.20Lower: 53.3% vs 54%

If output 74.6W or less

Small household pedestal fans have lower power motors in different subheading.

8501.31.20.00Lower: 40.3% vs 54%

If universal/DC motor design

Some pedestal fans use universal motors classified under DC/universal heading.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Ball vs sleeve bearings irrelevant for classification; declare motor specifications only

• Specify open-air cooled design (not hermetic) in import documentation

• Avoid 8414.51 classification; that's for complete table/pedestal fans