About HS Code 845380
This HS code covers machinery used for making or repairing articles of hides, skins, or leather, other than footwear and general-purpose sewing machines. This includes a wide array of equipment for producing items like handbags, belts, wallets, luggage, leather apparel, and automotive leather interiors. These machines perform tasks such as cutting, skiving, edge painting, creasing, and embossing, enabling manufacturers to achieve high precision and efficiency in their production lines. Importers range from luxury leather goods brands to small artisanal workshops, all seeking to enhance their manufacturing capabilities. Exporters are typically specialized engineering firms that develop and produce advanced leather processing equipment. The trade in these machines reflects the global demand for diverse leather products and the continuous need for sophisticated tools to process this versatile material.
Products Under This Code
Leather cutting machines, Skiving machines, Edge painting machines, Creasing machines, Embossing machines, Punching machines, Strap cutting machines, Die cutting machines
Real World Examples
Atom flash cutter, Fortuna skiving machine, OMAC edge painting machine, Sagitta creasing machine
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 845310 (leather preparation) or 845320 (footwear machinery), but 845380 is specifically for machinery used in manufacturing *finished articles* of leather, excluding shoes.
Products Classified Under 8453.80
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, Italy, and Vietnam are major importers and users, with Italy and Germany being key exporters of this specialized machinery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 845380?
HS code 845380 covers: Machinery; for making or repairing articles of hides, skins or leather, other than sewing machines. This HS code covers machinery used for making or repairing articles of hides, skins, or leather, other than footwear and general-purpose sewing machines. This includes a wide array of equipment for producing items like handbags, belts, wallets, luggage, leather apparel, and automotive leather interiors. These machines perform tasks such as cutting, skiving, edge painting, creasing, and embossing, enabling manufacturers to achieve high precision and efficiency in their production lines. Importers range from luxury leather goods brands to small artisanal workshops, all seeking to enhance their manufacturing capabilities. Exporters are typically specialized engineering firms that develop and produce advanced leather processing equipment. The trade in these machines reflects the global demand for diverse leather products and the continuous need for sophisticated tools to process this versatile material.
What products fall under HS code 845380?
Leather cutting machines, Skiving machines, Edge painting machines, Creasing machines, Embossing machines, Punching machines, Strap cutting machines, Die cutting machines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 845380?
Can be confused with 845310 (leather preparation) or 845320 (footwear machinery), but 845380 is specifically for machinery used in manufacturing *finished articles* of leather, excluding shoes.
How is HS code 845380 structured?
HS code 845380 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (53) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.