8501.10.60.40 - Brushless

This HTS category, 8501.10.60.40, specifically classifies Direct Current (DC) brushless electric motors with an output power rating between 18.65 Watts and 37.5 Watts. These motors are characterized by their brushless design, which eliminates the need for mechanical commutators and brushes, leading to increased efficiency, longer lifespan, and reduced maintenance requirements compared to brushed DC motors. Their power output places them within the medium range of small DC motors, making them suitable for a variety of intermediate applications.

This subcategory is distinct from its sibling, 8501.10.60.60, which covers "Other" DC motors within the same power range (18.65 W to 37.5 W). The "Other" category would encompass any DC motors in this wattage range that do not meet the specific "brushless" criteria, such as brushed DC motors. Therefore, the key differentiator for 8501.10.60.40 is the presence of a brushless commutation system.

As this classification represents a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification decisions at this level hinge on the precise output wattage (falling within the 18.65 W to 37.5 W range) and confirmation of the brushless technology. Examples of goods that would fall into this category include small-scale ventilation fans, actuators in automated systems, components for power tools, and various other electromechanical devices requiring precise speed control and durability within the specified power limitations.