HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8459.61 – Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, (not knee-type), numerically controlled
HS code 8459.61 is the 6-digit subheading for machine-tools, for milling by removing metal, (not knee-type), numerically controlled. It is used for CNC vertical machining centers (VMC), CNC horizontal machining centers (HMC), 5-axis CNC milling machines, gantry milling machines and CNC bed mills (fixed bed).
What HS 8459.61 covers
This category encompasses advanced numerically controlled (CNC) milling machines that do not feature a knee-type construction. This includes a vast array of high-performance machines like vertical machining centers (VMCs), horizontal machining centers (HMCs), gantry mills, and 5-axis machining centers. These machines are at the forefront of modern manufacturing, offering unparalleled precision, speed, and automation for producing complex parts in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and mold & die. They are crucial for high-volume production and intricate geometries. Major importers are industrialized nations with strong manufacturing bases (e.g., China, USA, Germany, Japan), while key exporters are often countries with leading-edge machine tool industries (e.g., Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Taiwan). The trade in these machines signifies global investment in advanced manufacturing capabilities and technological leadership, driving innovation across various engineering disciplines.
- Covers
- CNC vertical machining centers (VMC)
- CNC horizontal machining centers (HMC)
- 5-axis CNC milling machines
- Gantry milling machines
- CNC bed mills (fixed bed)
- CNC portal milling machines
- Examples
- DMG Mori CMX series
- Mazak VCN series
- Okuma MB series
- Haas VF series
- Hermle C series
Codes often confused with 8459.61
Common mistake. Often confused with 845951 (CNC knee-type milling machines) if the distinction in construction isn't clear, or 845931 (CNC boring-milling) if the machine has significant boring capabilities.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 845961, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 845961 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 Spain $267M 25% of world exports
- 2 Germany $244M 23% of world exports
- 3 Italy $113M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $93M 11% of world imports
- 2 Italy $61M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 China $60M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $814M 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 8459.61
Brazil does not split HS 8459.61: its NCM code is 8459.61.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.59 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8459.61
What is HS code 845961?
HS code 845961 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, (not knee-type), numerically controlled. This category encompasses advanced numerically controlled (CNC) milling machines that do not feature a knee-type construction. This includes a vast array of high-performance machines like vertical machining centers (VMCs), horizontal machining centers (HMCs), gantry mills, and 5-axis machining centers. These machines are at the forefront of modern manufacturing, offering unparalleled precision, speed, and automation for producing complex parts in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and mold & die. They are crucial for high-volume production and intricate geometries. Major importers are industrialized nations with strong manufacturing bases (e.g., China, USA, Germany, Japan), while key exporters are often countries with leading-edge machine tool industries (e.g., Japan, Germany, Switzerland, Taiwan). The trade in these machines signifies global investment in advanced manufacturing capabilities and technological leadership, driving innovation across various engineering disciplines.
What products fall under HS code 845961?
CNC vertical machining centers (VMC), CNC horizontal machining centers (HMC), 5-axis CNC milling machines, gantry milling machines, CNC bed mills (fixed bed), CNC portal milling machines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 845961?
Often confused with 845951 (CNC knee-type milling machines) if the distinction in construction isn't clear, or 845931 (CNC boring-milling) if the machine has significant boring capabilities.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 845961?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 845961 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($267M, 25% of world exports), Germany ($244M) and Italy ($113M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 845961?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 845961 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($93M, 11% of world imports), Italy ($61M) and China ($60M). World imports came to about $814M, 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 845961 structured?
HS code 845961 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (59) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (61) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 845961?
In Brazil, HS code 845961 is NCM 8459.61.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.