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Siemens 3RW30 Soft Starter

Siemens 3RW30 series features resistor-based ramp-up control for three-phase motors, classified as a rheostat-type motor starter under HTS 8533.40.80.40. Designed for conveyor belts and pumps with bypass contactor integration for efficiency. Provides thermal overload protection via resistive voltage reduction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8504.40.70Same rate: 37.5%

If thyristor-based power controllers

Inverter-duty drives with semiconductor control classify under static converters in 8504.

8532.25.00Same rate: 37.5%

If only capacitor-based starters

Capacitors for motor starting fall under fixed variable capacitors in 8532, not resistors.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit Siemens conformance certificates showing resistor motor starting mechanism

• Label with IP rating and enclosure type (NEMA 1/4X) for hazardous location imports