8482.91.00.40 - Needles

This HTS category, 8482.91.00.40, specifically covers "Needles" when they are considered parts of ball or roller bearings. These needles are typically cylindrical or slightly tapered components designed to roll within a bearing assembly, reducing friction between moving parts. They are integral to the functionality of roller bearings and are distinguished by their shape and material, which is generally hardened steel.

Unlike sibling categories that classify balls, tapered rollers, spherical rollers, or other cylindrical rollers, this classification is exclusively for the needle-shaped components. The key differentiator is the specific form factor of the rolling element. While all fall under the broader heading of "Balls, needles and rollers," this subcategory isolates the needle type for precise tariff application.

As a leaf node within the HTS structure, 8482.91.00.40 does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within this code relies on the precise identification of the item as a needle component intended for bearing applications. Examples would include the individual rolling elements found in needle roller bearings or similar bearing types, where the length is typically much greater than the diameter.