Precision Needle Rollers for Tapered Roller Bearings from Germany
These are cylindrical steel needles used as rolling elements in tapered roller bearings for high-load applications in automotive differentials and industrial gearboxes. They fall under HTS 8482.91.0040 as needles, which are specialized parts of ball or roller bearings designed for precise load distribution and minimal friction.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify needles meet AISI 52100 chrome steel standards and provide material certificates to avoid misclassification as general machinery parts
• Include detailed engineering drawings showing cylindrical profile and diameter tolerances to confirm classification as bearing needles
• Watch for common pitfalls like classifying in bulk as 7326 (steel articles) instead of bearing-specific needles