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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of needle roller bearings (SITC 74640) totaled $13.0M in April 2026, traded with 28 countries.
Importers of Needle Roller Bearings paid $2.0M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 20% on $9.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataNeedle roller bearings use elongated, small-diameter rollers — typically with a length-to-diameter ratio exceeding four — to deliver high radial load capacity within an exceptionally compact cross-section, a combination that makes them indispensable in automotive transmissions, rocker arm pivots, and two-stroke engines. Their slender geometry is the defining classification criterion separating them from standard cylindrical roller bearings. Trade professionals should note that needle bearings sourced from origins covered by antidumping orders on roller bearings may fall within those orders' scope depending on the specific product description.
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Customs and engineering standards generally define needle rollers by a length-to-diameter ratio greater than approximately 4:1, combined with a small absolute diameter (typically under 5 mm). Bearings with shorter, larger-diameter rollers fall under cylindrical roller bearing headings. When a shipment is borderline, manufacturer specifications and dimensional data are essential for a defensible classification.
Both drawn-cup and caged needle roller bearing configurations are generally classified within the needle roller bearing heading, provided the rolling elements meet the needle geometry criteria. However, loose needle rollers sold without a cage or cup may be classified as bearing parts rather than complete bearings. Confirming the assembly state of the shipment before entry is advisable.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $1.8M | $6.5M | +$4.6M |
| JAPAN | $4.2M | $397K | -$3.8M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $2.0M | $387K | -$1.6M |
| CHINA | $1.4M | $700K | -$717K |
| GERMANY | $1.5M | $205K | -$1.3M |
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