PTFE-Lined Bushings in Steel Housing from China
Low-friction PTFE (Teflon) lined bronze bushing permanently assembled in steel housing for hydraulic equipment. HTS 8483.30.80.65 covers this 'other' plain shaft bearing with housing configuration. Ideal for food processing machinery requiring dry lubrication.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.5%
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
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Include FDA compliance certification for food-contact PTFE linings to support end-use claims
• Document permanent assembly method (press-fit, adhesive) to prevent separate component classification
• Specify temperature/pressure ratings in technical data sheets for customs engineering review