Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 85015150: AC Motors, Nesi, Multi-Phase, of an Output Exceeding 735W but Under 746W

AC motors are an essential component of various electrical devices and machinery. They are widely used in industrial, commercial, and residential applications. The HS Code 85015150 specifically refers to AC motors that are multi-phase and have an output exceeding 735W but under 746W.

When it comes to international trade, the HS Code plays a crucial role in identifying and categorizing products. It is a standardized system used worldwide to classify goods for customs and statistical purposes. The HS Code 85015150 helps customs authorities and traders to accurately identify and assess the import and export of AC motors within this specific category.

The Bound/Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate for HS Code 85015150 is 3.3%. This means that whenever a country decides to lower a trade barrier or open up its market, it must do so for all its trading partners concerning the same goods or services. The 3.3% duty rate applies to the import and export of AC motors falling under this HS Code.

The quantity unit for HS Code 85015150 is the number (NO). This unit refers to the number of AC motors being imported or exported.

There are also several special tariff preference programs that provide favorable treatment for the import and export of AC motors under HS Code 85015150. These programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): This program offers duty-free treatment for eligible products imported from beneficiary developing countries.
• Australia Special Rate: AC motors imported from Australia receive duty-free treatment.
• Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA): This program provides duty-free treatment for automotive products imported from participating countries.
• Bahrain Special Rate: AC motors imported from Bahrain receive duty-free treatment.
• Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft: AC motors falling under this agreement enjoy duty-free treatment.
• NAFTA for Canada: AC motors imported from Canada under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) receive duty-free treatment.
• Chile Special Rate: AC motors imported from Chile receive a special rate of duty.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): This program provides duty-free treatment for eligible products imported from designated Caribbean countries.
• Israel Special Rate: AC motors imported from Israel receive duty-free treatment.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): This program offers duty-free treatment for eligible products imported from designated Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate: AC motors imported from Jordan receive a special rate of duty.
• Morocco Special Rate: AC motors imported from Morocco receive a special rate of duty.
• NAFTA for Mexico: AC motors imported from Mexico under the NAFTA agreement receive duty-free treatment.
• Oman Special Rate: AC motors imported from Oman receive a special rate of duty.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): AC motors imported from participating countries under the DR-CAFTA agreement receive a special rate of duty.
• Peru Special Rate: AC motors imported from Peru receive a special rate of duty.
• Singapore Special Rate: AC motors imported from Singapore receive a special rate of duty.

When it comes to importing AC motors falling under HS Code 85015150, the District of Columbia is one of the importing states in the United States.

On the other hand, Arkansas is one of the exporting states for AC motors falling under HS Code 85015150.

Overall, the HS Code 85015150 provides a standardized classification for AC motors with specific characteristics and power output. It helps facilitate international trade by accurately identifying and categorizing these products, allowing customs authorities and traders to apply the appropriate duty rates and take advantage of any special tariff preference programs that may be available. Understanding the HS Code and its associated regulations is crucial for businesses involved in the import and export of AC motors.