8501.32.45.00 · Germany origin
Duty on 8501.32.45.00 (Electric motors of a kind used as the primary source of mec…) from Germany in 2026
The total US import duty on HTS 8501.32.45.00 from Germany is 15% ad valorem. The base rate is Free; on top of that, Section 232 Auto, Section 122 (IEEPA Reciprocal) applies. Verified against the current HTS revision and CBP CSMS guidance on .
Duty breakdown
| Duty component | Rate |
|---|---|
|
Base rate (Column 1 General)
|
Free |
|
9903.94.45
|
15.0% |
|
9903.94.53
|
15.0% |
|
9903.03.01
|
The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 10% |
| Total (ad valorem) | 15% |
Active trade measures
Section 232 Auto
15.0%9903.94.45
Automobile parts the product of the European Union with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (r) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
Effective February 25, 2026
Section 232 Auto
15.0%9903.94.53
Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
Effective January 1, 2025
Section 122 (IEEPA Reciprocal)
The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 10%9903.03.01
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Effective February 24, 2026 · Through July 24, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the total duty rate on HTS 8501.32.45.00 from Germany?
The total ad valorem duty rate is 15%, combining the Column 1 base rate of Free with any active Chapter 99 measures (Section 232, Section 301, IEEPA, reciprocal). This page is verified against the current HTS revision and CBP CSMS guidance.
Is HTS 8501.32.45.00 subject to Section 232 duties when imported from Germany?
Yes. Section 232 measures apply to this code for Germany origin. The applicable Chapter 99 codes and rates are shown in the duty breakdown above.
Where does this duty rate come from?
TariffLens calculates rates from the official USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, CBP Chapter 99 mappings (Section 201/232/301/122/IEEPA), AD/CVD orders, and active Federal Register exclusions. Verified on May 13, 2026.
How do I file an entry for 8501.32.45.00 from Germany?
Brokers file via ACE. The entry summary needs the 10-digit HTS code, the origin (DE), the active Chapter 99 codes shown above, and any applicable exclusion claims. TariffLens generates the full filing package automatically.
Sources
- • USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule — statutory base rate
- • CBP Cargo Systems Messaging Service — Chapter 99 measures and exclusions
- • TariffLens tariff change feed — recent updates affecting this code
- • Verified by TariffLens on
This is an estimate for informational purposes only. Actual duty may vary based on product classification, rules of origin, and other factors. Consult a licensed customs broker for binding duty calculations.
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