HS Code for Tapered roller bearing

Tapered roller bearings are classified under HS code 8482.20. This code is situated within Chapter 84, which deals with nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Heading 8482 specifically covers ball or roller bearings. Tapered roller bearings are distinguished by their ability to handle both significant radial and axial loads due to the conical geometry of the rollers and raceways. The classification 8482.20 includes the complete bearing assembly as well as the individual components like the cone (inner ring with rollers) and the cup (outer ring) when they are presented together or are clearly identifiable as parts of a tapered system.

Products Included

• Single-row tapered roller bearings
• Double-row tapered roller bearings
• Tapered roller bearing cones
• Tapered roller bearing cups
• Matched sets of tapered roller bearings

Common Misclassification

Tapered roller bearings are often misclassified under 8482.10, which is reserved for ball bearings, or 8482.30, which covers spherical roller bearings. While they all belong to the same heading, the internal rolling element shape dictates the subheading. Furthermore, importers sometimes mistakenly use 8708.99 (parts for motor vehicles) when the bearings are intended for automotive use. However, according to Note 2 to Section XVI, bearings are generally classified under 8482 regardless of their intended application in a specific machine or vehicle.

FAQ

What is the HS code for tapered roller bearings?

The correct HS code for tapered roller bearings is 8482.20.

Are the inner and outer rings classified separately?

If imported separately, they may still fall under 8482.20 or 8482.99 (parts), but as a set, they are always 8482.20.