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Wittenstein Alpha Gear Motor

Precision planetary gearmotor single-phase AC servo, 1/4 HP equivalent, for robotics. High precision <3 arcmin backlash qualifies under HTS 8501.40.60.20 as gear motor. For pick-and-place automation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+50.0%53.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8501.10Lower: 15.3% vs 53.7%

If servo motors with feedback

Servo motors with position feedback classify separately.

8479.50.00Lower: 40% vs 53.7%

If industrial robot components

Robot parts precedence over general motors.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Backlash/specifications cert for precision claims

• CE marking validation for EU-origin

• Servo with encoder may go 8501.10