Baldor VL3516 Cast Iron Single-Phase Motor

1/2 HP rigid base single-phase AC motor rated at 3450 RPM for compressor and machinery applications. Features heavy-duty cast iron construction with capacitor-start induction-run design. HTS 8501.40.40 applies to its single-phase AC output of 373W.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

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

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 54%

If for industrial machinery OEM use only

Motors designed exclusively for specific machines may classify as parts of heading 84.

8501.52.40Lower: 53.7% vs 54%

If converted to three-phase operation

Motors modified for polyphase power supply change heading classification.

8414.80.05Lower: 50% vs 54%

If speed controllers included as set

Motors imported with integral VFDs may classify as complete speed-change systems.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify motor efficiency ratings per DOE standards; single-phase motors often face stricter import scrutiny

Document service factor (typically 1.15) and thermal protection to prevent misclassification as universal motors