HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8461.90 – Machine-tools; planing machines, and other machine-tools n.e.c. in heading no. 8461; working by removing metal, sinistered metal carbides or cerments.
HS code 8461.90 is the 6-digit subheading for machine-tools, planing machines, and other machine-tools n.e.c. in heading no. 8461, working by removing metal, sinistered metal carbides or cerments. It is used for planing machines, shaping machines, slotting machines, keyseating machines and honing machines (for metal).
What HS 8461.90 covers
This residual category covers planing machines and other metal-removing machine tools not specifically classified elsewhere within heading 8461. Planing machines are used for creating flat surfaces, grooves, and intricate contours on large workpieces by moving the workpiece past a stationary cutting tool or vice versa. This code also captures various niche or less common metal-removing machine tools that don't fit into more specific categories like broaching, gear cutting, or sawing. Industries that might utilize these machines include heavy machinery manufacturing, shipbuilding, and specialized fabrication shops. Countries with diverse industrial bases, such as Germany, Japan, China, and the United States, are typically involved in the trade of these specialized machines. Key considerations for trade involve the machine's specific function, workpiece capacity, precision, and level of automation, as well as adherence to international technical standards.
- Covers
- Planing machines
- Shaping machines
- Slotting machines
- Keyseating machines
- Honing machines (for metal)
- Lapping machines (for metal)
- Superfinishing machines (for metal)
- Examples
Waldrich Siegen Planing Machines, Butler Machine Tool Co. Planers, Sunnen Honing Machines, Lapmaster Lapping Machines, Gehring Honing Technology
Codes often confused with 8461.90
Common mistake. This 'n.e.c.' (not elsewhere specified) code is often a catch-all, making misclassification common with other general metal-removing machines (8457, 8458, 8460) if their specific function isn't clearly defined. It's crucial to ensure the machine doesn't fit a more specific 8461 subheading first.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 846190, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 846190 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 China $73M 32% of world exports
- 2 United States $36M 16% of world exports
- 3 Italy $21M 9.3% of world exports
World total: $225M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $35M 15% of world imports
- 2 India $24M 11% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $16M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $227M 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 codes for 8461.90 2
Brazil splits HS 8461.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8461.90.10 CNC planing and other metal removal machinesDe comando numérico
- 8461.90.90 Non-CNC planing and other metal removal machinesOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.61 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8461.90
What is HS code 846190?
HS code 846190 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machine-tools; planing machines, and other machine-tools n.e.c. in heading no. 8461; working by removing metal, sinistered metal carbides or cerments.. This residual category covers planing machines and other metal-removing machine tools not specifically classified elsewhere within heading 8461. Planing machines are used for creating flat surfaces, grooves, and intricate contours on large workpieces by moving the workpiece past a stationary cutting tool or vice versa. This code also captures various niche or less common metal-removing machine tools that don't fit into more specific categories like broaching, gear cutting, or sawing. Industries that might utilize these machines include heavy machinery manufacturing, shipbuilding, and specialized fabrication shops. Countries with diverse industrial bases, such as Germany, Japan, China, and the United States, are typically involved in the trade of these specialized machines. Key considerations for trade involve the machine's specific function, workpiece capacity, precision, and level of automation, as well as adherence to international technical standards.
What products fall under HS code 846190?
Planing machines, Shaping machines, Slotting machines, Keyseating machines, Honing machines (for metal), Lapping machines (for metal), Superfinishing machines (for metal)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 846190?
This 'n.e.c.' (not elsewhere specified) code is often a catch-all, making misclassification common with other general metal-removing machines (8457, 8458, 8460) if their specific function isn't clearly defined. It's crucial to ensure the machine doesn't fit a more specific 8461 subheading first.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 846190?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 846190 in UN Comtrade data were China ($73M, 32% of world exports), the United States ($36M) and Italy ($21M). World exports came to about $225M, 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 846190?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 846190 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($35M, 15% of world imports), India ($24M) and Thailand ($16M). World imports came to about $227M, 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 846190 structured?
HS code 846190 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (61) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 846190?
Brazil splits HS code 846190 into 2 NCM codes: 8461.90.10 (CNC planing and other metal removal machines), 8461.90.90 (Non-CNC planing and other metal removal machines). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.