7226.92.10.30 - Of ball-bearing steel

This HTS category, 7226.92.10.30, specifically classifies flat-rolled products of other alloy steel that are less than 600 mm in width. These products have undergone cold-rolling (cold-reduction) and are further distinguished by their composition being specifically designated as "ball-bearing steel." Ball-bearing steel is a specialized alloy steel known for its high hardness, wear resistance, and ability to withstand heavy loads, making it ideal for the manufacturing of bearings.

This specific classification is distinct from its sibling category, 7226.92.10.60, which covers "Other" flat-rolled products of other alloy steel. The critical differentiator here is the material composition. While both fall under other alloy steel, 7226.92.10.30 is exclusively for products made of ball-bearing steel, whereas the sibling category encompasses all other types of other alloy steel that do not meet the specific criteria for ball-bearing steel.

As a leaf node, this classification does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the focus remains on the precise definition of flat-rolled products of other alloy steel, less than 600 mm wide, cold-rolled, and specifically composed of ball-bearing steel. The classification hinges on the presence of the characteristic properties and alloying elements that define ball-bearing steel, essential for its intended application in the production of high-performance bearings.