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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.5%+35.0%39.5%
🇲🇽Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇨🇦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇩🇪Germany4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇯🇵Japan4.5%+10.0%14.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8483.30Same rate: 39.5%

If supplied without housing

Plain shaft bearings excluding those with housing fall under the 'not incorporating ball or roller bearings' subheading.

8482.99Lower: 15.8% vs 39.5%

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.

9031.80.80Lower: 35% vs 39.5%

If designed solely for measuring equipment

Precision bearings for instruments and apparatus in Chapter 90 supersede Chapter 84 classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify bearing dimensions and load ratings match declared specs to avoid reclassification

Provide material certificates (e.g

steel alloy composition) for customs valuation