HS Code Subheading

Machine-tools; grinding machines (excluding flat-surface), centreless, numerically controlled

8460.22 Subheading
Section XVI — Machinery and mechanical appliances; electrical equipment; parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

About HS Code 846022

This category encompasses numerically controlled (NC or CNC) centerless grinding machines, excluding those for flat surfaces. These advanced machine tools are designed for high-volume, high-precision grinding of cylindrical parts without the need for center support, making them ideal for components like bearings, shafts, and pins. Industries such as automotive, aerospace, and medical device manufacturing heavily rely on these machines for their efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability. Importers are typically large-scale manufacturers and specialized component producers, while exporters are countries at the forefront of machine tool technology, offering sophisticated automation and control systems.

Products Under This Code

CNC centerless grinder, Thru-feed centerless grinder, In-feed centerless grinder, Multi-axis centerless grinder, Automated centerless grinding system

Real World Examples

Koyo KC-300CNC, Cincinnati Milacron 220-8, TGS-CL-6020CNC, Royal Master TG-12x4, Micron CNC Centerless Grinder

Common Misclassification

Often confused with 846029 (other non-CNC grinding machines) if the 'numerically controlled' aspect is overlooked, or with 846023 (CNC cylindrical grinders) if the 'centerless' feature isn't distinguished.

Products Classified Under 8460.22

CNC centerless grinder

Related Codes

8460.12 Machine-tools; flat-surface grinding machines, numerically controlled 8460.19 Machine-tools; flat-surface grinding machines, other than numerically controlled 8460.23 Machine-tools; cylindrical grinding machines (excluding flat-surface and centreless), numerically controlled 8460.24 Machine-tools; grinding machines (excluding flat-surface, cylindrical and centreless), numerically controlled 8460.29 Machine-tools; grinding machines (excluding flat-surface), other than numerically controlled 8460.31 Machine-tools; sharpening (tool or cutter grinding) machines, numerically controlled 8460.39 Machine-tools; sharpening (tool or cutter grinding) machines, other than numerically controlled 8460.40 Machine-tools; for honing or lapping 8460.90 Machine-tools; for deburring, grinding, polishing or otherwise finishing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets by means of grinding stones, abrasives or polishing products, n.e.c. in heading no. 8460

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

Japan, Germany, and Switzerland are leading exporters; China, USA, and India are top importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 846022?

HS code 846022 covers: Machine-tools; grinding machines (excluding flat-surface), centreless, numerically controlled. This category encompasses numerically controlled (NC or CNC) centerless grinding machines, excluding those for flat surfaces. These advanced machine tools are designed for high-volume, high-precision grinding of cylindrical parts without the need for center support, making them ideal for components like bearings, shafts, and pins. Industries such as automotive, aerospace, and medical device manufacturing heavily rely on these machines for their efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability. Importers are typically large-scale manufacturers and specialized component producers, while exporters are countries at the forefront of machine tool technology, offering sophisticated automation and control systems.

What products fall under HS code 846022?

CNC centerless grinder, Thru-feed centerless grinder, In-feed centerless grinder, Multi-axis centerless grinder, Automated centerless grinding system

What are common misclassifications for HS code 846022?

Often confused with 846029 (other non-CNC grinding machines) if the 'numerically controlled' aspect is overlooked, or with 846023 (CNC cylindrical grinders) if the 'centerless' feature isn't distinguished.

How is HS code 846022 structured?

HS code 846022 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (60) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.