Parts of universal joints

Transmission shafts (including camshafts and crankshafts) and cranks; bearing housings, housed bearings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters; flywheels and pulleys, including pulley blocks; clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints); parts thereof: > Toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts: > Other: > Other > Parts of universal joints

Duty Rate (from China)

37.8%
MFN Base Rate2.8%

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

Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]

Total Effective Rate37.8%

Products classified under HTS 8483.90.80.40

Yoke for Heavy-Duty Universal Joint

A forged steel yoke designed as a key component for connecting shafts in universal joints, commonly used in automotive drivelines and industrial machinery. It falls under HTS 8483.90.8040 as a specific part of universal joints, enabling angular misalignment while transmitting torque. This part is presented separately and not assembled into a complete joint.

Cross Spider for Cardan Universal Joint

The central cross-shaped pivot component, typically made of hardened alloy steel, that allows multi-axis movement in Cardan-style universal joints for drivetrains. Classified under HTS 8483.90.8040 as a dedicated part of universal joints, essential for torque transmission across misaligned shafts. Used separately in repair kits for trucks and agricultural equipment.

Needle Bearing for Universal Joint

Precision needle roller bearings integrated into universal joint spiders to reduce friction and support high-speed rotation in driveline applications. Falls under HTS 8483.90.8040 specifically as parts of universal joints, distinguished from general housed bearings. Commonly replaced in PTO shafts for tractors and heavy machinery.

Universal Joint Slip Yoke

A splined slip yoke that allows axial movement in universal joint assemblies, typically steel-forged for driveline applications in trucks and off-road vehicles. Classified in HTS 8483.90.8040 as a part of universal joints due to its role in compensating for suspension travel. Supplied separately for aftermarket repairs.

Forged Steel Universal Joint Flange Yoke

Heavy-duty flange yoke with bolt holes for bolting to companion flanges in high-torque universal joint setups, used in industrial pumps and marine propulsion. HTS 8483.90.8040 applies as it is a presented-separately part integral to universal joint function. Precision machined for balance at high RPM.

Precision Snap Ring for Universal Joint

High-strength snap rings that retain bearings within universal joint spiders, made from spring steel for automotive and machinery applications. Classified under HTS 8483.90.8040 as essential retaining parts of universal joints. Sold separately in maintenance kits.

Alloy Steel Universal Joint Bearing Cap

Machined bearing caps that seal and secure needle bearings in universal joint yokes, critical for contamination protection in harsh environments. HTS 8483.90.8040 covers this as a distinct part of universal joints, used in construction equipment PTOs. Provided individually or in service kits.

Propeller Shaft Universal Joint Kit Spider

Replacement spider for propeller shaft universal joints in commercial trucks, featuring pre-greased bearings for easy service. Falls under HTS 8483.90.8040 as a universal joint part, though kits must be checked for set classification. Designed for high-mileage fleet maintenance.

Industrial Machinery Universal Joint Fork

Forked yoke component for heavy industrial universal joints in conveyor and mixer driveshafts, forged from high-tensile steel. Classified HTS 8483.90.8040 for its role as a separable part of universal joints accommodating misalignment. Used in food processing and mining equipment.

High-Speed Universal Joint Trunnion

Precision-ground trunnion pins forming the pivot axes in high-speed universal joints for turbine and compressor drives. HTS 8483.90.8040 applies as specialized parts enabling rotational freedom in misaligned high-RPM shafts. Machined for minimal vibration.

Marine Propulsion Universal Joint Sleeve

Corrosion-resistant stainless steel sleeve that protects and aligns universal joint components in marine propeller shafts. Classified under HTS 8483.90.8040 as a protective part of universal joints for saltwater environments. Supplied for boat and ship drivelines.

Agricultural Tractor PTO Universal Joint Yoke

Quick-connect yoke for PTO universal joints on tractors, with shear pin provision for overload protection. HTS 8483.90.8040 for parts of universal joints in ag equipment. Enhances safety in implement power transfer.

Double Universal Joint Center Yoke

Intermediate connecting yoke for double Cardan universal joints, reducing vibration in long drivelines. Classified HTS 8483.90.8040 as part of universal joints for precise phasing. Used in 4WD vehicles and industrial shafts.

Heavy Equipment Universal Joint Boot

Rubber or polyurethane boot sealing universal joints against dust and water in excavators and loaders. HTS 8483.90.8040 as accessory part of universal joints, though material may affect if rubber-focused. Protects bearings for extended life.

Precision CNC-Machined Universal Joint Retainer Clip

CNC-machined steel clips retaining bearing caps on universal joint spiders, for high-precision applications. Classified under HTS 8483.90.8040 as universal joint parts. Ensures secure assembly in aerospace-adjacent machinery.