8501.20.20.00 - Exceeding 37.5 W but not exceeding 74.6 W

This HTS category, 8501.20.20.00, specifically classifies universal AC/DC motors with an electrical output that exceeds 37.5 Watts but does not exceed 74.6 Watts. Universal motors are a type of electric motor that can operate on both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) power supplies due to their series-wound construction. These motors are commonly found in portable power tools, household appliances such as blenders and vacuum cleaners, and other devices where flexibility in power source is advantageous.

This classification distinguishes itself from its sibling categories by a precise power output range. Category 8501.20.40.00 covers universal motors with a higher output, ranging from exceeding 74.6 Watts up to 735 Watts. Category 8501.20.50.00 addresses an even larger range, from over 735 Watts up to under 746 Watts. The "Other" category (8501.20.60.00) serves as a residual for universal AC/DC motors that fall outside these specified wattage brackets.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories under 8501.20.20.00. Therefore, the classification is finalized based on the universal AC/DC motor's power output falling within the 37.5 W to 74.6 W range. Importers and exporters should ensure accurate wattage ratings are confirmed for their specific universal motors to ensure correct classification within this detailed HTS structure.