Alloy Steel Universal Joint Bearing Cap from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
27.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide CAD drawings showing cap-to-yoke fit
• Ensure grease fitting specs if equipped
• Common pitfall: classifying as housed bearings (8483.20) without joint context