ABB ACS800 Industrial Rotary Frequency Converter from Mexico

This electric rotary converter from ABB converts fixed-frequency AC power to variable-frequency AC power for precise control of industrial motors in manufacturing plants. It functions by using a rotating electromagnetic field to achieve frequency conversion, distinctly classifying it under HTS 8502.40 as an electric rotary converter rather than static electronic drives.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Obtain FCC certification and comply with UL or equivalent safety standards for electrical equipment to avoid customs holds

Provide detailed technical specs confirming rotary mechanism (e.g

slip-ring rotor) to distinguish from static VFDs under 8504

Include motor ratings and efficiency data in documentation to prevent misclassification as generators