About HS Code 680422
This category encompasses a vast range of millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels, and similar tools made from other agglomerated abrasives (e.g., aluminum oxide, silicon carbide) or ceramics. These are the workhorses of industrial grinding and finishing, used extensively across various manufacturing sectors for shaping, sharpening, deburring, and finishing metals, wood, plastics, and composites. Their versatility comes from the wide array of abrasive types, grit sizes, and bonding agents available, allowing for tailored solutions for different materials and desired finishes. Major importers are countries with robust industrial bases, including automotive, metalworking, woodworking, and general manufacturing. Exporters are typically nations with strong chemical and materials industries, capable of producing high-quality synthetic abrasives and ceramic bonds. Trade is driven by industrial production levels and technological advancements in abrasive materials.
Products Under This Code
Aluminum oxide grinding wheels, silicon carbide grinding wheels, ceramic abrasive discs, vitrified grinding wheels, resinoid grinding wheels, cut-off wheels, bench grinder wheels
Real World Examples
Norton Abrasives aluminum oxide wheels, 3M Cubitron II ceramic abrasives, Tyrolit resinoid grinding wheels, Klingspor cut-off wheels
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 680421 (diamond abrasives) or 680423 (natural stone abrasives). The distinction lies in the *type* of agglomerated abrasive (non-diamond) or ceramic material used.
Products Classified Under 6804.22
Trade Overview
China, Germany, the USA, and Japan are leading manufacturers and exporters, with countries having strong industrial sectors being primary importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 680422?
HS code 680422 covers: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of other agglomerated abrasives or of ceramics. This category encompasses a vast range of millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels, and similar tools made from other agglomerated abrasives (e.g., aluminum oxide, silicon carbide) or ceramics. These are the workhorses of industrial grinding and finishing, used extensively across various manufacturing sectors for shaping, sharpening, deburring, and finishing metals, wood, plastics, and composites. Their versatility comes from the wide array of abrasive types, grit sizes, and bonding agents available, allowing for tailored solutions for different materials and desired finishes. Major importers are countries with robust industrial bases, including automotive, metalworking, woodworking, and general manufacturing. Exporters are typically nations with strong chemical and materials industries, capable of producing high-quality synthetic abrasives and ceramic bonds. Trade is driven by industrial production levels and technological advancements in abrasive materials.
What products fall under HS code 680422?
Aluminum oxide grinding wheels, silicon carbide grinding wheels, ceramic abrasive discs, vitrified grinding wheels, resinoid grinding wheels, cut-off wheels, bench grinder wheels
What are common misclassifications for HS code 680422?
Often confused with 680421 (diamond abrasives) or 680423 (natural stone abrasives). The distinction lies in the *type* of agglomerated abrasive (non-diamond) or ceramic material used.
How is HS code 680422 structured?
HS code 680422 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.