Tungsten Carbide Balls
Precision-ground tungsten carbide spheres used in bearings, valves, gauging, and grinding media. These sintered, unmounted carbide balls are classified as tungsten carbide in unworked form before final polishing, falling under tariff item 2849.90.00 for other carbides.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the balls are mounted or incorporated into tools
Mounted carbide balls used in tools may fall under tool parts rather than raw carbides.
If the balls are specifically for bearings and finished
Finished bearing balls may be classified as parts of ball bearings.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the balls are imported in blank form before final polish to qualify under this tariff item
• Keep documentation of the tungsten carbide composition (WC) for CBSA verification
• Verify whether the goods meet Canadian safety standards for industrial use
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