Bearings; needle roller bearings, including cage and needle roller assemblies

HS v2022 Code: 848240

About bearings; needle roller bearings, including cage and needle roller assemblies

HS code 848240 covers needle roller bearings, a critical component in a wide range of industrial machinery and equipment. These bearings play a vital role in reducing friction and enabling smooth, efficient operation across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. As a key part of the broader bearings industry, needle roller bearings are an essential element of the global supply chain, facilitating the movement of goods and the functioning of modern economies.

Production process

The production of needle roller bearings involves several specialized processes. Manufacturers begin by forming the inner and outer rings, as well as the needle rollers themselves, often using precision machining techniques. The components are then carefully assembled, with the needle rollers positioned between the rings to allow for smooth, low-friction rotation. Quality control measures, such as dimensional inspection and lubrication application, are critical steps to ensure the bearings meet performance standards.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the needle roller bearing industry include high-quality steel alloys for the rings and rollers, as well as specialized lubricants and seals. Manufacturers also rely on advanced machinery and tooling, such as CNC lathes and grinding machines, to produce the precise components required. Additionally, the industry utilizes specialized knowledge and skilled labor to design, engineer, and assemble these critical components.

Production outputs

Needle roller bearings produced under HS code 848240 are widely used in a variety of industrial applications, including 848210 Ball bearings, 848220 Tapered roller bearings, and 848230 Spherical roller bearings. These bearings are essential for the smooth operation of machinery, equipment, and vehicles, making them a crucial input for industries such as 870000 Vehicles, 840000 Machinery, and 860000 (Railway or tramway locomotives, rolling stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds).

Revisions to 848240

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 848240. The most recent 1 version of this code (848240) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 848240.

Family tree for bearings; needle roller bearings, including cage and needle roller assemblies

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/84'>84: Machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8482'>8482: Ball or roller bearings</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/848240'>848240: Bearings; needle roller bearings, including cage and needle roller assemblies</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/848210'>848210: Ball bearings</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/848220'>848220: Bearings; tapered roller bearings, including cone and tapered roller assemblies</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/848230'>848230: Bearings; spherical roller bearings</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/848250'>848250: Bearings; cylindrical roller bearings, including cage and roller assemblies n.e.c. in heading no. 8482</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/848280'>848280: Bearings; n.e.c. in heading no. 8482, including combined ball/roller</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/848291'>848291: Bearings; parts, balls, needles and rollers</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/848299'>848299: Bearings; parts, (other than balls, needles and rollers)</a>"]

    

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