Timken 22218 EM Combined Ball and Spherical Roller Bearing from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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