Solid state relay derating for motors

I have a 25A SSR that is spec'd "motor load 7.2 FLA". What is it about motor loads that require such drastic derating?

It is a zero-crossing relay, if that makes a difference.

Thanks, Bob

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Bob Engelhardt
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