PTFE-Lined Shaft Bearing from Japan
A self-lubricating plain shaft bearing with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) lining on a metal backing for low-friction performance in food processing equipment. HTS 8483.30.80 covers this as an 'other' plain bearing without rolling elements. Ideal for hygienic, maintenance-free applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
29.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA compliance certificates for food contact surface materials
• Specify lining thickness and backing material in commercial invoices
• Avoid declaring as 'plastic bearing' to prevent Chapter 39 misclassification