Ball bearings

HS v2017 Code: 848210

About ball bearings

hs code 848210 covers the classification of ball bearings, a critical component in a wide range of industrial and consumer applications. Ball bearings are essential for reducing friction and enabling smooth, efficient motion in machinery, vehicles, and various other products. They play a vital role in the global economy, supporting the operation of equipment and machinery across diverse industries such as manufacturing, transportation, and energy production.

Production process

The production of ball bearings typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, including steel and other alloys, are carefully selected and processed to meet the necessary specifications. The steel is then formed into inner and outer rings, as well as the rolling elements (balls). These components are then precisely machined, heat-treated, and finished to ensure high levels of accuracy and durability. Finally, the bearings are assembled, tested, and packaged for distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ball bearings include high-quality steel, specialized machinery for forming and machining the components, and advanced heat-treatment technologies. Additionally, lubricants and other materials may be used to enhance the performance and lifespan of the bearings. The manufacturing process also relies on skilled labor and advanced quality control measures to ensure the consistent production of reliable and long-lasting ball bearings.

Production outputs

Ball bearings produced under hs code 848210 are used in a wide range of applications, including 870000 Vehicles, 840000 Machinery, 850000 Electrical machinery and equipment, and 860000 Railway or tramway locomotives, rolling stock and parts thereof. These bearings help to facilitate the smooth and efficient operation of various types of equipment, machinery, and vehicles, making them an essential component in many industries.

Revisions to 848210

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 848210. The most recent 1 version of this code (848210) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 848210 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for ball bearings

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/84'>84: Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8482'>8482: Ball or roller bearings</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848210'>848210: Ball bearings</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848220'>848220: Bearings; tapered roller bearings, including cone and tapered roller assemblies</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848230'>848230: Bearings; spherical roller bearings</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848240'>848240: Bearings; needle roller bearings</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848250'>848250: Bearings; cylindrical roller bearings n.e.c. in heading no. 8482</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848280'>848280: Bearings; n.e.c. in heading no. 8482, including combined ball/roller</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848291'>848291: Bearings; parts, balls, needles and rollers</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848299'>848299: Bearings; parts, (other than balls, needles and rollers)</a>"]

    

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