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Industrial Vacuum Cleaner Motor Brushes from Japan

Heavy-duty carbon brushes for motors in commercial shop vacs and industrial vacuums, with metal shunts for spark suppression. They ensure reliable commutation under continuous heavy use. HTS 8545.20.00.00 covers these for electrical motor applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label with motor horsepower rating and RPM specs; ensure brushes meet UL safety standards for electrical parts; declare quantity per motor set to prevent undervaluation