8501.53.60.00 - 149.2 kW or more but not exceeding 150 kW

This HTS classification, 8501.53.60.00, specifically covers multi-phase AC motors with an output power rating that falls precisely within the range of 149.2 kW to 150 kW, inclusive. These motors are designed for applications requiring substantial power and are a critical component in various industrial machinery, heavy-duty equipment, and large-scale manufacturing processes where precise motor control and high torque are essential. The defining characteristic for classification under this code is the motor's specified output power, making it distinct from other categories within the "Of an output exceeding 75 kW" sub-heading.

To distinguish this category from its siblings, 8501.53.40 covers multi-phase AC motors with an output exceeding 75 kW but *under* 149.2 kW, while 8501.53.80 encompasses all other multi-phase AC motors of an output exceeding 75 kW not specifically detailed in the preceding subcategories. Therefore, 8501.53.60.00 occupies a very specific power bracket, acting as a precise delimiter within the broader classification of high-power AC motors.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 8501.53.60.00 is final once the motor's output rating is confirmed to be within the 149.2 kW to 150 kW range. Importers and exporters should rely on the manufacturer's specifications and, if necessary, independent testing to accurately determine the motor's output in kilowatts to ensure correct customs declaration.