About HS Code 848330
This HS code covers bearing housings that do not incorporate ball or roller bearings, as well as plain shaft bearings (also known as sleeve bearings or bush bearings). These components are fundamental for supporting rotating shafts in a wide array of machinery, from heavy industrial equipment to smaller mechanical assemblies. Bearing housings provide the structural support and enclosure for separately installed rolling element bearings, while plain shaft bearings offer low friction and high load capacity, often in applications with limited space or harsh environments. Importers include manufacturers who prefer to source housings and bearings separately for custom assembly, or those utilizing plain bearings for specific operational requirements. Exporters are typically foundries, machining shops, and specialized plain bearing manufacturers. The trade focuses on material properties (e.g., cast iron, bronze, polymer composites), precision machining, and design flexibility to accommodate various bearing types and operational demands.
Products Under This Code
Cast iron bearing housings, steel bearing housings, bronze plain bearings, polymer plain bearings, self-lubricating bushings, flanged bushings, thrust washers (plain), split plain bearings
Real World Examples
Dodge bearing housings, Igus plain bearings, GGB plain bearings, SKF plain bearings
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 848320 (housings with bearings) if the absence of the incorporated bearing is not clearly noted, or with other machinery parts if their specific function as a 'bearing housing' or 'plain shaft bearing' is unclear.
Products Classified Under 8483.30
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, Japan, and the USA are significant in the global trade of these essential machinery components.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 848330?
HS code 848330 covers: Bearing housings, not incorporating ball or roller bearings and plain shaft bearings. This HS code covers bearing housings that do not incorporate ball or roller bearings, as well as plain shaft bearings (also known as sleeve bearings or bush bearings). These components are fundamental for supporting rotating shafts in a wide array of machinery, from heavy industrial equipment to smaller mechanical assemblies. Bearing housings provide the structural support and enclosure for separately installed rolling element bearings, while plain shaft bearings offer low friction and high load capacity, often in applications with limited space or harsh environments. Importers include manufacturers who prefer to source housings and bearings separately for custom assembly, or those utilizing plain bearings for specific operational requirements. Exporters are typically foundries, machining shops, and specialized plain bearing manufacturers. The trade focuses on material properties (e.g., cast iron, bronze, polymer composites), precision machining, and design flexibility to accommodate various bearing types and operational demands.
What products fall under HS code 848330?
Cast iron bearing housings, steel bearing housings, bronze plain bearings, polymer plain bearings, self-lubricating bushings, flanged bushings, thrust washers (plain), split plain bearings
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848330?
This code is often confused with 848320 (housings with bearings) if the absence of the incorporated bearing is not clearly noted, or with other machinery parts if their specific function as a 'bearing housing' or 'plain shaft bearing' is unclear.
How is HS code 848330 structured?
HS code 848330 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (83) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.