Smartphone Vibration Motor Commutator from Japan

Copper commutator segment for eccentric rotating mass (ERM) vibration motors in smartphones, under 18.65 W. Enables electrical switching in tiny DC motors of heading 8501. HTS 8503.00.75.00 applies to such low-power dedicated parts.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16.5%

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

Include OEM specifications confirming use in <18.65W haptics motors; ESD-safe packaging required

Declare gold plating thickness for accurate valuation; common error is undervaluation of precious metals

Pre-classify via binding ruling if multi-use claims arise to avoid port delays