Timken 22218 EM Combined Ball and Spherical Roller Bearing from Germany
Timken's 22218 EM series features an integrated ball and self-aligning spherical roller for high misalignment tolerance in vibrating equipment. Classified under HTS 8482.80.00.20 for its combined construction supporting both point and line contact loads.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Label packages clearly as 'combined ball/spherical roller bearings' to facilitate customs examination
• Obtain original equipment manufacturer (OEM) certification confirming combined design for audit defense
• Avoid reclassification errors by distinguishing from spherical plain bearings in Chapter 84