Heavy-Duty Truck Universal Joint
A double-cardan universal joint (U-joint) designed for driveline applications in heavy-duty trucks, allowing power transmission at varying angles between propeller shafts. Features needle bearings and yokes for high torque loads. Falls under HTS 8483.60.40 as a shaft coupling including universal joints.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as U-joint kits with separate yokes and cross pieces
Unassembled universal joint components are treated as parts rather than complete couplings.
If for use in truck drivelines as original equipment
Specific vehicle driveline shafts and couplings may classify under motor vehicle parts in Chapter 87.
If featuring integrated ball or roller bearings exceeding certain sizes
Bearings combined with coupling functions may shift to Chapter 84 bearing headings.
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• Include load rating, angle specifications, and OEM cross-references in import docs for verification
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