Product classification
HS code for Spherical roller bearing: 8482.30
Bearings, spherical roller bearings.
Classification of spherical roller bearing under HS 8482.30
The classification of spherical roller bearings under HS code 8482.30 is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. Specifically, Chapter 84 governs machinery and mechanical appliances, while Heading 8482 is dedicated to ball or roller bearings. Within this heading, the system differentiates between various types of rolling elements and geometries. Spherical roller bearings are unique because they feature a common spherical raceway in the outer ring and two raceways in the inner ring, with the rollers being barrel-shaped. This design allows the bearing to be self-aligning and capable of supporting heavy radial loads and substantial axial loads in both directions. Because the primary function and physical characteristics align perfectly with the definition of a spherical roller bearing, it is classified under the specific subheading 8482.30. This classification applies regardless of whether the bearing is used in industrial gearboxes, wind turbines, or heavy mining equipment, as the HS system prioritizes the component's form and function over its end-use application. The technical specifications, such as the presence of a cage and the specific curvature of the rollers, further solidify its place under this code, distinguishing it from cylindrical or tapered varieties.
- Covers
- Double row spherical roller bearings
- Single row spherical roller bearings
- Thrust spherical roller bearings
- Sealed spherical roller bearings
- Split spherical roller bearings
- Spherical roller bearings with tapered bores
- Also under 8482.30
- SKF Spherical Roller Bearings
- FAG Spherical Roller Bearings
- NSK Spherical Roller Bearings
- Timken Spherical Roller Bearings
Codes often confused with 8482.30
Common mistake. Spherical roller bearings are frequently confused with other types of bearings in the 8482 series. A common error is classifying them under 8482.10, which is reserved strictly for ball bearings, or 8482.50, which covers other cylindrical roller bearings. Additionally, they are sometimes mistaken for tapered roller bearings (8482.20) due to their ability to handle axial loads. It is also important to distinguish them from spherical plain bearings, which do not contain rolling elements and are classified under 8483.30 as bearing housings or plain shaft bearings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 848230 (the code used for spherical roller bearing), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 848230 (the code used for spherical roller bearing) in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 848230, not only spherical roller bearing.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Sweden $334M 16% of world exports
- 2 Germany $321M 16% of world exports
- 3 China $266M 13% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $245M 12% of world imports
- 2 India $203M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $144M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $2.0B 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 spherical roller bearing
Brazil classifies spherical roller bearing under NCM 8482.30.00: HS 8482.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about spherical roller bearing
What is the HS code for Spherical roller bearing?
The HS code for Spherical roller bearing is 848230 (Bearings; spherical roller bearings). The primary HS code for spherical roller bearings is 8482.30.
How do I classify Spherical roller bearing for customs?
Spherical roller bearing is classified under HS code 848230 — Bearings; spherical roller bearings. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 8482.30 and 8482.50?
HS code 8482.30 is specifically for spherical roller bearings, which have barrel-shaped rollers and self-aligning capabilities, whereas 8482.50 is a residual category for other cylindrical roller bearings that do not meet the spherical or tapered definitions.
Which countries are the top exporters of spherical roller bearing (HS 848230)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 848230 (the code used for spherical roller bearing) in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($334M, 16% of world exports), Germany ($321M) and China ($266M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 spherical roller bearing (HS 848230)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 848230 (the code used for spherical roller bearing) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($245M, 12% of world imports), India ($203M) and Germany ($144M). World imports came to about $2.0B, 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.
Is the HS code for Spherical roller bearing the same in all countries?
The base HS code 848230 for Spherical roller bearing is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for spherical roller bearing in Brazil?
In Brazil, spherical roller bearing (HS 848230) is classified under NCM 8482.30.00.