Spherical Rod End Bearing - Steel Housing
A precision-engineered plain shaft bearing with a spherical inner ring and steel housing, designed for rod ends in linkage systems. Classified under HTS 8486.10.8055 as a rod end bearing with housing, providing misalignment compensation in mechanical assemblies like aircraft controls and industrial machinery.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If supplied without housing
Plain shaft bearings excluding those with housing fall under the 'not incorporating ball or roller bearings' subheading.
If imported as part of aircraft or semiconductor equipment
Parts of engines or semiconductor processing machines may take Chapter 84 specific provisions over general bearings.
If designed solely for measuring equipment
Precision bearings for instruments and apparatus in Chapter 90 supersede Chapter 84 classification.
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• Verify bearing dimensions and load ratings match declared specs to avoid reclassification
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