8501.10 - Motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 W:

This category, HTS 8501.10, specifically encompasses electric motors with an output not exceeding 37.5 Watts. It covers a wide range of small motors utilized in various electrical appliances, tools, and devices where lower power is required. These can include fractional horsepower motors found in items such as small fans, electric toothbrushes, battery-operated toys, and small pumps. The key distinguishing factor for classification within this heading is the motor's power output, measured in Watts.

It is crucial to differentiate 8501.10 from its sibling categories. For instance, 8501.20 covers universal AC/DC motors exceeding 37.5 W, while other siblings address different types of AC and DC motors and generators with varying power outputs and phase configurations. This heading focuses exclusively on the lower power range, distinct from higher-output motors classified elsewhere.

Within 8501.10 itself, further subdivisions exist to refine classification based on precise power output. The subcategories, such as "Of under 18.65 W" and "Of 18.65 W or more but not exceeding 37.5 W" (8501.10.60), allow for more granular categorization. This differentiation is vital for trade statistics and potential duty rate determination, ensuring accurate classification of motors based on their specific power rating within the defined threshold.