Precision Angular Contact Ball Bearing from China
A high-precision angular contact ball bearing designed for semiconductor wafer grinding machines, capable of handling both radial and axial loads at high speeds. It falls under HTS 8482.80.00.80 as an other ball bearing not specified elsewhere in heading 8482. This subheading covers specialized bearings used in precision machinery like semiconductor processing equipment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify bearing specifications match semiconductor equipment use via manufacturer certifications to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed engineering drawings and end-use statements in documentation to confirm 'other' status under 8482.80
• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect dynamic load ratings leading to classification in precision bearing subheadings