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Square D 193-IEC Starter Controller from China

Square D's 193 series rheostat motor starter provides manual or automatic control for small industrial motors using resistor banks for speed and torque adjustment. Falls under HTS 8533.40.80.40 due to its resistor-type design for motor starting and protection in IEC-compliant installations. Commonly used in fans, blowers, and light machinery.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Obtain IEC 60947 certification documentation to prove compliance with variable resistor motor control standards

Declare exact resistor wattage and motor HP rating to prevent undervaluation penalties