Ball Bearing Shield Seal from Germany
Metal or polymer shield that protects ball bearing internals from contaminants while allowing low-friction operation. HTS 8482.99.3500 covers such parts integral to ball bearing function. Used in cleanroom environments for semiconductor wafer processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
34.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Specify shield attachment method (snap-fit, press-fit) to prove bearing specificity
• Cleanroom certification may be required for semiconductor end-use validation