Miniature Needle Rollers for Medical Device Bearings from Japan
Ultra-precision needles (0.8-2mm dia.) for miniature bearings in surgical robots and dental handpieces. HTS 8482.91.0040 covers these as needles because of their specialized geometry for compact, high-speed bearing applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include biocompatibility certifications alongside bearing specs for dual FDA/CBP review
• Specify ISO 76 tolerance class (e.g
• g4) to confirm precision bearing status
• Avoid declaring as 'instrument parts' without bearing assembly proof