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8501.33.20.40 - For use in civil aircraft 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of QuantityNo.
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty35%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This classification pertains to DC motors with an electrical output exceeding 75 kilowatts (kW) but not exceeding 375 kW, specifically designed for installation and operation within civil aircraft. These motors are essential components in various aircraft systems, powering functions such as actuation, ventilation, or other specialized applications where high power output is required and the environment necessitates aircraft-grade components. The "For use in civil aircraft" designation is a critical determining factor, indicating that the motor's design, testing, and certifications meet stringent aviation standards.

This category is distinct from its sibling, 8501.33.20.80 ("Other"), which would encompass DC motors within the same power range (exceeding 75 kW but not exceeding 375 kW) that are not specifically designated for civil aircraft use. The primary differentiator lies in the intended application and the associated regulatory and performance requirements inherent to aerospace components.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS classification system, there are no further subcategories for this specific code. Therefore, the classification is precisely defined by the power output range and the explicit requirement of being for use in civil aircraft.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 8501.33.20.40?
HTS code 8501.33.20.40 covers For use in civil aircraft under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles.
›What products are classified under 8501.33.20.40?
This classification covers For use in civil aircraft. It is a subcategory of Exceeding 75 kW but under 149.2 kW (8501.33.20).
›What is the import duty rate for 8501.33.20.40?
The general rate of duty for HTS 8501.33.20.40 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 35%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 8501.33.20.40?
Imports under HTS 8501.33.20.40 are measured in No..

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