8536.50.40.00/Siemens SIRIUS 3RW30 Soft Starter/Japan

Siemens SIRIUS 3RW30 Soft Starter from Japan

Siemens SIRIUS 3RW30 is a solid-state soft starter for three-phase AC motors up to 30HP, providing smooth acceleration and deceleration to reduce mechanical stress. It uses thyristors for voltage ramp-up control and includes motor protection features. Falls under HTS 8536.50.40.00 as a motor starter operating at voltages ≤1,000V.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Document thyristor-based operation and IP protection rating to distinguish from VFDs (8504.40)

• Include test certificates showing operation under 1,000V to prevent reclassification