8482.99.45.00 - Parts of tapered roller bearings

This HTS category, 8482.99.45.00, specifically covers various component parts designed for use in tapered roller bearings. These include items such as races (both inner and outer), rollers, and cages that are integral to the function of tapered roller bearings. The primary characteristic defining goods within this classification is their direct and exclusive applicability to tapered roller bearing assemblies, which are designed to support both radial and axial loads simultaneously.

This classification distinguishes itself from its sibling category, 8482.99.35.00, which covers parts of ball bearings. While both relate to bearing components, the crucial difference lies in the specific type of bearing for which the parts are intended. Tapered roller bearing parts are engineered to accommodate the conical surfaces and distinct load distribution characteristic of their respective bearing type, whereas ball bearing parts are designed for the spherical rolling elements.

As a leaf node, 8482.99.45.00 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this heading relies on a thorough examination of the physical characteristics and intended application of the part. Importers must confirm that the components in question are exclusively designed for and function within tapered roller bearing systems. Examples of items that would fall here include individual tapered rollers, the inner or outer races with their characteristic tapered geometry, and the cages that hold these components in place within a tapered roller bearing assembly.