Sintered Iron Plain Bearing Insert with Housing

Sintered powdered iron bearing insert press-fitted into an aluminum housing for automotive and appliance use. Falls under HTS 8483.30.80.65 as 'other' plain shaft bearings with housing. Provides self-lubricating properties for fractional horsepower motors.

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.

8483.10.50Lower: 35% vs 39.5%

If containing balls or rollers

Any anti-friction elements change classification from plain bearings to ball/roller bearings.

8503.00.95Lower: 38% vs 39.5%

If Parts of small electric motors may take the motor heading if suitable only for that use.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 39.5%

If predominantly steel construction without bearing function

Plain iron/steel articles not performing as bearings classified as other steel articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide porosity test results proving self-lubrication to support plain bearing classification vs. anti-friction types

Label assemblies with ID/OD dimensions and housing material to facilitate customs verification

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests separate components; import as complete housed assemblies

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