HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8457.10 – Machining centres; for working metal
HS code 8457.10 is the 6-digit subheading for machining centres, for working metal. It is used for vertical Machining Center (VMC), horizontal Machining Center (HMC), 5-Axis Machining Center, gantry Machining Center and universal Machining Center.
What HS 8457.10 covers
Machining centers are highly automated machine tools capable of performing multiple operations like milling, drilling, boring, and tapping on a workpiece in a single setup, often featuring automatic tool changers and pallet changers. They are crucial for high-precision, high-volume manufacturing in industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and general machinery. Major importers are industrialized nations with strong manufacturing bases, including Germany, China, USA, Japan, and South Korea, as they continuously invest in advanced production capabilities. Exporters are typically countries with robust machine tool industries like Germany, Japan, Switzerland, Italy, and Taiwan. Key aspects include their role in reducing setup times, improving accuracy, and enabling complex part geometries, making them indispensable for modern flexible manufacturing systems. The integration of robotics and IoT further enhances their productivity and connectivity within smart factories.
- Covers
- Vertical Machining Center (VMC)
- Horizontal Machining Center (HMC)
- 5-Axis Machining Center
- Gantry Machining Center
- Universal Machining Center
- Multi-tasking Machining Center
- CNC Machining Center
- Examples
- DMG Mori DMU series
- Mazak Variaxis series
- Haas VF series
- Okuma MB series
- Makino a-series
Codes often confused with 8457.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 8459 (drilling, boring, milling machines) if the multi-functionality isn't recognized, but 845710 specifically denotes a "centre" capable of multiple operations automatically.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 845710, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 845710 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $2.6B 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.9B 22% of world exports
- 3 China $989M 11% of world exports
World total: $8.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $1.8B 21% of world imports
- 2 United States $1.4B 16% of world imports
- 3 India $603M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $8.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8457.10
Brazil does not split HS 8457.10: its NCM code is 8457.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.57 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8457.10
What is HS code 845710?
HS code 845710 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machining centres; for working metal. Machining centers are highly automated machine tools capable of performing multiple operations like milling, drilling, boring, and tapping on a workpiece in a single setup, often featuring automatic tool changers and pallet changers. They are crucial for high-precision, high-volume manufacturing in industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and general machinery. Major importers are industrialized nations with strong manufacturing bases, including Germany, China, USA, Japan, and South Korea, as they continuously invest in advanced production capabilities. Exporters are typically countries with robust machine tool industries like Germany, Japan, Switzerland, Italy, and Taiwan. Key aspects include their role in reducing setup times, improving accuracy, and enabling complex part geometries, making them indispensable for modern flexible manufacturing systems. The integration of robotics and IoT further enhances their productivity and connectivity within smart factories.
What products fall under HS code 845710?
Vertical Machining Center (VMC), Horizontal Machining Center (HMC), 5-Axis Machining Center, Gantry Machining Center, Universal Machining Center, Multi-tasking Machining Center, CNC Machining Center
What are common misclassifications for HS code 845710?
Can be confused with 8459 (drilling, boring, milling machines) if the multi-functionality isn't recognized, but 845710 specifically denotes a "centre" capable of multiple operations automatically.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 845710?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 845710 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($2.6B, 30% of world exports), Germany ($1.9B) and China ($989M). World exports came to about $8.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 845710?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 845710 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.8B, 21% of world imports), the United States ($1.4B) and India ($603M). World imports came to about $8.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 845710 structured?
HS code 845710 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (57) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 845710?
In Brazil, HS code 845710 is NCM 8457.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.