Cylindrical Needle Rollers for Automotive Transmission Bearings from China
High-precision cylindrical needles (1-3mm diameter) for needle roller bearings in car transmissions, providing compact high-load capacity. Classified under HTS 8482.91.0040 as bearing needles due to their role as separable rolling elements in thrust or radial bearings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.9%
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
• Provide OEM specifications confirming use in bearing assemblies to prevent reclassification as generic pins
• Ensure packaging labels distinguish from balls/rollers; segregate shipments by bearing type for accurate entry