HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8482.40 – Bearings; needle roller bearings, including cage and needle roller assemblies
HS code 8482.40 is the 6-digit subheading for bearings, needle roller bearings, including cage and needle roller assemblies. It is used for needle roller bearings, drawn cup needle roller bearings, caged needle roller assemblies, thrust needle roller bearings and combined needle roller bearings.
What HS 8482.40 covers
This HS code specifically covers needle roller bearings, including their cage and needle roller assemblies, which are vital components in a wide array of mechanical systems. These bearings are characterized by their small-diameter, long cylindrical rollers, making them ideal for applications where radial space is limited but high load capacity is required. They are extensively used in automotive transmissions, air conditioning compressors, power tools, and various industrial machinery. Major importers are often manufacturers of these end products, seeking precision and durability for their assemblies. Exporters are typically specialized bearing producers from countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities. Key aspects of trade include material science, precision engineering, and adherence to strict quality standards, as the performance of these bearings directly impacts the reliability and lifespan of the machinery they are integrated into. Global supply chains for these components are highly integrated.
- Covers
- Needle roller bearings
- Drawn cup needle roller bearings
- Caged needle roller assemblies
- Thrust needle roller bearings
- Combined needle roller bearings
- Cam followers
- Inner rings for needle bearings
- Examples
- SKF needle roller bearings
- FAG needle roller bearings
- INA needle roller bearings
- NTN needle roller bearings
Codes often confused with 8482.40
Common mistake. This code can be confused with other roller bearings like 848250 (cylindrical roller bearings) or 848280 (other roller bearings) if the specific 'needle' characteristic and small diameter of the rollers are not clearly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 848240, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848240 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $255M 19% of world exports
- 2 China $248M 19% of world exports
- 3 Japan $170M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $189M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $167M 12% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $161M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8482.40
Brazil does not split HS 8482.40: its NCM code is 8482.40.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.82 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8482.40
What is HS code 848240?
HS code 848240 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Bearings; needle roller bearings, including cage and needle roller assemblies. This HS code specifically covers needle roller bearings, including their cage and needle roller assemblies, which are vital components in a wide array of mechanical systems. These bearings are characterized by their small-diameter, long cylindrical rollers, making them ideal for applications where radial space is limited but high load capacity is required. They are extensively used in automotive transmissions, air conditioning compressors, power tools, and various industrial machinery. Major importers are often manufacturers of these end products, seeking precision and durability for their assemblies. Exporters are typically specialized bearing producers from countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities. Key aspects of trade include material science, precision engineering, and adherence to strict quality standards, as the performance of these bearings directly impacts the reliability and lifespan of the machinery they are integrated into. Global supply chains for these components are highly integrated.
What products fall under HS code 848240?
Needle roller bearings, drawn cup needle roller bearings, caged needle roller assemblies, thrust needle roller bearings, combined needle roller bearings, cam followers, inner rings for needle bearings
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848240?
This code can be confused with other roller bearings like 848250 (cylindrical roller bearings) or 848280 (other roller bearings) if the specific 'needle' characteristic and small diameter of the rollers are not clearly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848240?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848240 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($255M, 19% of world exports), China ($248M) and Japan ($170M). World exports came to about $1.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 848240?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848240 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($189M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($167M) and Mexico ($161M). World imports came to about $1.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 848240 structured?
HS code 848240 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (82) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 848240?
In Brazil, HS code 848240 is NCM 8482.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.