8482.91.00 - Balls, needles and rollers

HTS code 8482.91.00 specifically encompasses the individual rolling elements used in ball or roller bearings. This category includes, but is not limited to, balls (such as those used in ball bearings), needles, and various types of rollers, including tapered rollers, spherical rollers, and other cylindrical rollers. These components are designed to facilitate the smooth movement and reduce friction between moving parts within bearing assemblies.

This HTS code is distinguished from its sibling category, 8482.99, which covers all other parts of ball or roller bearings that are not specifically balls, needles, or rollers. For example, cages, seals, and housings for bearings would fall under 8482.99. The focus of 8482.91.00 is solely on the core rolling elements themselves, not the structural or protective components of the bearing.

Within the 8482.91.00 classification, further subcategories exist to provide more granular detail on the specific types of rolling elements. These subdivisions, such as needles (8482.91.00.40), tapered rollers (8482.91.00.50), spherical rollers (8482.91.00.70), and other cylindrical rollers (8482.91.00.80), allow for precise identification based on the geometric shape and intended application of the rolling element. The residual category 8482.91.00.90 is for any other rolling elements not otherwise specified.