HS Code 8501
Electric Motors and Generators
HS code 8501 covers electric motors and generators of all sizes, from small DC motors to large industrial AC synchronous motors, excluding generating sets.
4-digit Section XVIFCL
HS Code 8501 — Electric Motors and Generators
This code covers machines that convert electrical energy into mechanical energy (motors) or mechanical energy into electricity (generators). It ranges from small toy motors to massive industrial AC motors and DC generators.
What's included
- Universal AC/DC motors
- Step motors
- Servo motors
- Photovoltaic generators
What's excluded
- Motor starters → use
8511(Starter motors for internal combustion engines are classified in 8511.) - Generating sets → use
8502(A motor combined with an engine is a generating set.)
Common examples
- 0.5W micro DC motor
- 750W AC servo motor
- 3-phase induction motor
- Solar powered DC generator
Frequently asked questions
Does this include the power supply?
No, power supplies or rectifiers are typically classified under 8504.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 4%
- Documentation: Technical datasheets must specify wattage (W) or power (kW) for sub-heading determination.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, Japan, Vietnam
- Top importers: United States, Germany, Mexico, China
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Key takeaway
Classification is strictly driven by output power (Watts) and current type (AC vs DC).
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