About HS Code 845490
This category encompasses the essential components and spare parts for the heavy-duty machinery classified under 845410 (converters), 845420 (ingot moulds and ladles), and 845430 (casting machines). The trade in these parts is vital for the continuous operation and maintenance of metallurgical and foundry equipment, which are often subjected to extreme temperatures, abrasive conditions, and significant wear. Importers are typically steel mills, foundries, and metal processing plants that require reliable spare parts to minimize downtime, ensure production efficiency, and extend the lifespan of their capital-intensive machinery. Exporters are often the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or specialized suppliers of high-performance components. The global flow of these parts is crucial for supporting the world's primary metal industries and maintaining their operational integrity.
Products Under This Code
Converter refractory linings, Ladle refractory bricks, Continuous caster rolls, Die casting machine dies, Hydraulic cylinders for casting machines, Cooling plates for converters, Tundish nozzles, Mould plates
Real World Examples
Vesuvius refractory linings, RHI Magnesita ladle bricks, SMS Group caster rolls, Bühler die casting machine spare parts
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with general machine parts (847990) or parts for other metalworking machinery, but 845490 is specific to parts for the metallurgical converters, ladles, ingot moulds, and casting machines of 8454.
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, USA, and Germany are major importers due to their extensive metal industries, while Germany, Japan, and China are significant exporters of these specialized parts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 845490?
HS code 845490 covers: Machines; parts of converters, ladles, ingot moulds and casting machines, of a kind used in metallurgy or in metal foundries. This category encompasses the essential components and spare parts for the heavy-duty machinery classified under 845410 (converters), 845420 (ingot moulds and ladles), and 845430 (casting machines). The trade in these parts is vital for the continuous operation and maintenance of metallurgical and foundry equipment, which are often subjected to extreme temperatures, abrasive conditions, and significant wear. Importers are typically steel mills, foundries, and metal processing plants that require reliable spare parts to minimize downtime, ensure production efficiency, and extend the lifespan of their capital-intensive machinery. Exporters are often the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or specialized suppliers of high-performance components. The global flow of these parts is crucial for supporting the world's primary metal industries and maintaining their operational integrity.
What products fall under HS code 845490?
Converter refractory linings, Ladle refractory bricks, Continuous caster rolls, Die casting machine dies, Hydraulic cylinders for casting machines, Cooling plates for converters, Tundish nozzles, Mould plates
What are common misclassifications for HS code 845490?
Can be confused with general machine parts (847990) or parts for other metalworking machinery, but 845490 is specific to parts for the metallurgical converters, ladles, ingot moulds, and casting machines of 8454.
How is HS code 845490 structured?
HS code 845490 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (54) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.