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RC Model Airplane Motor Rotor from Japan

High-RPM rotor for brushless outrunner motors under 18.65 W in remote control model airplanes. Features strong neodymium magnets for efficient propulsion. Classified under HTS 8503.00.35.00 as rotor for small heading 8501 motors.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

31.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 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

Hobby suppliers should document 'model aircraft exclusive use' for classification

Distinguish from full-size UAV parts which may have different tariff treatment

Power testing certification prevents upclassification to higher wattage subheadings