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Kato Rotary DC Motor Generator Set Converter from Japan

Kato's rotary converter combines a DC motor driving an AC generator (or vice versa) for seamless DC-AC power conversion in rail and marine applications. The physical rotary coupling defines it as an electric rotary converter under HTS 8502.40.00.00.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit shaft alignment and coupling specs proving mechanical rotary linkage between motor/generator

• Include IP rating and enclosure type for environmental compliance verification

• Separate motor and generator declarations if shipped unassembled to avoid generating set confusion