HS Code for Cylindrical roller bearing

Cylindrical roller bearings are classified under HS code 8482.50. Heading 8482 encompasses all ball or roller bearings, which are essential mechanical components designed to reduce friction between moving parts. The subheadings under 8482 are organized by the shape and type of the rolling elements. Cylindrical roller bearings use rollers that are shaped like cylinders to maintain separation between the moving parts of the bearing. Unlike ball bearings (8482.10) or tapered roller bearings (8482.20), cylindrical roller bearings are designed to handle high radial loads and are often used in high-speed applications. Subheading 8482.50 specifically covers these bearings, including those with cage and roller assemblies. The classification remains the same whether the bearing is a single-row, double-row, or multi-row design. It is important to note that the rollers must be cylindrical; if the rollers are needle-shaped (where the length is at least three times the diameter and the diameter does not exceed 5mm), the bearing would instead fall under 8482.40.

Products Included

• Single row cylindrical roller bearings
• High-precision cylindrical roller bearings
• Cylindrical roller and cage assemblies
• Multi-row cylindrical roller bearings
• Split cylindrical roller bearings

Common Misclassification

Cylindrical roller bearings are frequently confused with needle roller bearings (8482.40). The distinction is based on the dimensions of the rollers as defined in the Chapter 84 notes. They are also sometimes confused with tapered roller bearings (8482.20), which have rollers shaped like truncated cones to handle combined radial and axial loads. Additionally, if a bearing is housed in a block (e.g., a pillow block), it might be classified under 8483.20 as a housed bearing rather than a simple roller bearing under 8482.50.

FAQ

What is the HS code for cylindrical roller bearings?

The HS code is 8482.50, which covers cylindrical roller bearings and their cage/roller assemblies.

What is the difference between 8482.40 and 8482.50?

8482.40 is for needle roller bearings (long, thin rollers), while 8482.50 is for standard cylindrical roller bearings where the rollers do not meet the needle dimension criteria.