About HS Code 846090
This is a residual category for machine tools used for deburring, grinding, polishing, or otherwise finishing metal, sintered metal carbides, or cermets by means of grinding stones, abrasives, or polishing products, not elsewhere specified in heading 8460. It encompasses a wide array of specialized finishing equipment, including belt grinders, vibratory finishers, tumbling machines, and robotic grinding cells. These machines are crucial for improving surface quality, removing burrs, and preparing parts for subsequent processes or final assembly across diverse manufacturing sectors. Importers are varied, ranging from general manufacturing to specialized finishing shops, while exporters are often countries with broad industrial machinery production capabilities.
Products Under This Code
Belt grinding machine, Vibratory finishing machine, Tumbling machine, Polishing machine, Deburring machine, Abrasive flow machining system, Robotic grinding cell
Real World Examples
Timesavers 42 Series, Rösler R 220 EC, Walther Trowal, Dynabrade Orbital Sander (industrial), Extrude Hone AFM
Common Misclassification
This 'n.e.c.' code is often a default for machines that don't fit specific grinding categories, potentially leading to confusion with more specialized grinding machines (e.g., 846029) if their primary function is not clearly defined as deburring or polishing.
Products Classified Under 8460.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and Italy are significant exporters; USA, Mexico, and Vietnam are common importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 846090?
HS code 846090 covers: 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. This is a residual category for machine tools used for deburring, grinding, polishing, or otherwise finishing metal, sintered metal carbides, or cermets by means of grinding stones, abrasives, or polishing products, not elsewhere specified in heading 8460. It encompasses a wide array of specialized finishing equipment, including belt grinders, vibratory finishers, tumbling machines, and robotic grinding cells. These machines are crucial for improving surface quality, removing burrs, and preparing parts for subsequent processes or final assembly across diverse manufacturing sectors. Importers are varied, ranging from general manufacturing to specialized finishing shops, while exporters are often countries with broad industrial machinery production capabilities.
What products fall under HS code 846090?
Belt grinding machine, Vibratory finishing machine, Tumbling machine, Polishing machine, Deburring machine, Abrasive flow machining system, Robotic grinding cell
What are common misclassifications for HS code 846090?
This 'n.e.c.' code is often a default for machines that don't fit specific grinding categories, potentially leading to confusion with more specialized grinding machines (e.g., 846029) if their primary function is not clearly defined as deburring or polishing.
How is HS code 846090 structured?
HS code 846090 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.