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Single-Phase Garage Door Opener Motor

1/2 HP single-phase AC motor with limit switches for residential garage door openers. HTS 8501.40.60 for other single-phase AC ≤3/4 HP. Provides vertical door lift mechanism.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8431.49Lower: 12.5% vs 53.7%

If complete garage door opener mechanism

Assembled door operators classify under heading 8431 as lifting machinery.

8501.10.40Lower: 41.9% vs 53.7%

If universal wound AC/DC motor

Series-wound construction for variable speed shifts classification.

8501.40Same rate: 53.7%

If larger NEMA frame ≥0.800 inch

Frame size metric splits single-phase motor subcategories.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document integrated gear reduction ratio and maximum door weight capacity

• Specify obstruction sensing technology compliance (UL 325)

• Invoice must clearly show motor separate from rail/door operator assembly