Makita Carbon Motor Brushes

Replacement carbon brushes designed for Makita power tools like angle grinders and drills, featuring high-purity graphite with copper commutator contact for electrical conductivity. These brushes wear down during motor operation and transfer current to the armature. Classified under HTS 8545.20.00.00 as carbon brushes used for electrical purposes in rotating electrical machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8503.00.95Higher: 38% vs 35%

If imported as complete part of an electric motor assembly

Assembled motor parts including brushes fall under heading 8503 for electric motors, not separate carbon articles.

6815Lower: 10% vs 35%

If primarily metal construction with minimal carbon

Non-electrical graphite or carbon articles without metal for electrical use go to heading 6815.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify brush dimensions and compatibility with specific motor models via manufacturer specs; ensure carbon purity certification to avoid misclassification as general graphite; watch for anti-dumping duties on Chinese-origin brushes

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