AirCore 8kW Generator Motor from Japan
8kW multi-phase AC motor functioning as a starter-generator for civil aircraft auxiliary power units. Classified in HTS 8501.52.80.20 due to power specs and dedicated civil aviation design with integrated speed governors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include PMSM (permanent magnet synchronous motor) specs if applicable for precise classification
• Watch for misdeclaration as generating sets, which fall under 8502
• Maintain separate invoicing for motors vs. accompanying control electronics