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Carbon Brushes for Universal Electric Motors from Japan

Wear-resistant carbon brushes with copper commutator contacts, used in universal AC/DC electric motors for power tools and appliances to transfer electrical current to the rotor. Classified under HTS 8545.90.40.00 as carbon brushes for electrical purposes.

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%

Import Tips

Provide motor compatibility specs and wear resistance data to substantiate electrical brush classification

Ensure brushes meet dimensional standards for target motors to prevent misclassification as general carbon products

Declare copper content accurately, as metal-graphite blends may trigger additional metallurgical documentation