HS Code:
This category, classified under HS Code 8501.32, pertains to electric motors and generators with an output exceeding 74.6 W but not exceeding 735 W. These products are typically used in industrial applications, household appliances, and small machinery, where medium power output is required. They play a critical role in various sectors, including manufacturing, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Total Trade Volume
USD 2.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for energy-efficient motors
Increased production and trade of high-efficiency models to comply with environmental regulations
2021-2022
Shift towards automation in manufacturing
Growing need for medium-power motors in robotic and automated systems
2020-2022
Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions
Delays and increased costs for raw materials and finished products
2022
The European Union introduced stricter energy efficiency standards for electric motors, impacting imports and local production.
July 2023
Manufacturers must adapt to new standards, potentially increasing costs but also opening markets for compliant products.
A revised trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain electrical machinery, including motors in this category, from 7.5% to 4%.
March 2023
Boosted trade flows between the two largest economies, benefiting exporters in China.
Ongoing shortages of semiconductors have affected the production of electronic components in motors, leading to supply constraints.
January 2023
Increased prices and delayed deliveries for end-users in various industries.