About HS Code 846219
This category encompasses various hot forming machines and hot hammers used for shaping metal, primarily through plastic deformation at elevated temperatures. Unlike closed-die forging, these machines often involve open-die forging or other hot working processes where the metal is shaped incrementally or with less restrictive tooling. Hot hammers, for instance, use repetitive blows to deform the metal. These machines are vital in industries producing large, heavy-duty components, such as shipbuilding, power generation, and heavy machinery, where initial shaping of billets and ingots is required before further processing. Key exporters include industrialized nations like Germany, China, Italy, and the United States, while importers are often countries with growing heavy industries or those involved in large-scale infrastructure projects. Trade considerations include the machine's energy capacity (for hammers), press force (for hot presses), workpiece size, automation level, and safety features.
Products Under This Code
Open-die forging presses, Hot forging hammers, Counterblow hammers, Hydraulic hot forming presses, Pneumatic forging hammers, Ring rolling machines, Hot upsetting machines
Real World Examples
Lasco Umformtechnik Hammers, Eumuco Forging Presses, Bêché & Grohs Hammers, Ajax Manufacturing Hot Forging Machines, Danieli Breda Forging Presses
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with closed-die forging machines (846211); the key difference is the type of tooling and the precision of the resulting part. It also differs from cold forming machines (846291).
Products Classified Under 8462.19
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, China, Italy, and the United States are significant players in the global trade of hot forming machines and hammers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 846219?
HS code 846219 covers: Machine-tools; hot forming machines, hot hammers, for working metal. This category encompasses various hot forming machines and hot hammers used for shaping metal, primarily through plastic deformation at elevated temperatures. Unlike closed-die forging, these machines often involve open-die forging or other hot working processes where the metal is shaped incrementally or with less restrictive tooling. Hot hammers, for instance, use repetitive blows to deform the metal. These machines are vital in industries producing large, heavy-duty components, such as shipbuilding, power generation, and heavy machinery, where initial shaping of billets and ingots is required before further processing. Key exporters include industrialized nations like Germany, China, Italy, and the United States, while importers are often countries with growing heavy industries or those involved in large-scale infrastructure projects. Trade considerations include the machine's energy capacity (for hammers), press force (for hot presses), workpiece size, automation level, and safety features.
What products fall under HS code 846219?
Open-die forging presses, Hot forging hammers, Counterblow hammers, Hydraulic hot forming presses, Pneumatic forging hammers, Ring rolling machines, Hot upsetting machines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 846219?
This code is often confused with closed-die forging machines (846211); the key difference is the type of tooling and the precision of the resulting part. It also differs from cold forming machines (846291).
How is HS code 846219 structured?
HS code 846219 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (62) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.