HS Code Subheading

Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled press brakes

8462.23 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 846223

This HS code specifically targets numerically controlled (NC) press brakes used for bending, folding, straightening, or flattening metal. These machines are fundamental to modern sheet metal fabrication, enabling manufacturers to produce intricate and precise metal components with high efficiency and minimal human intervention. The "numerically controlled" aspect signifies advanced automation, allowing for complex programming and consistent output, which is vital for industries like automotive, aerospace, construction, and electronics. Major exporters are typically technologically advanced manufacturing nations such as Germany, Japan, Italy, and the United States, while importers are often countries with growing industrial bases or those requiring high-precision metal forming capabilities. Key trade considerations include the machine's tonnage, bending length, number of controlled axes, software capabilities, and energy efficiency. The global demand for high-quality, custom metal parts fuels the trade in these sophisticated machines.

Products Under This Code

CNC hydraulic press brakes, CNC electric press brakes, Tandem press brake systems (NC), Robotic press brake cells, Hybrid CNC press brakes, Servo-electric press brakes, Down-stroking CNC press brakes

Real World Examples

Trumpf TruBend Series, Amada HG/HFE Series, Bystronic Xpert/Xact Series, LVD Easy-Form Series, SafanDarley E-Brake

Common Misclassification

This code is very specific to numerically controlled press brakes, differentiating it from general bending machines (846229) or other NC bending machines not classified as press brakes (e.g., 846224 for panel benders). The distinction lies in the 'press brake' functionality.

Products Classified Under 8462.23

CNC press brake

Related Codes

8462.11 Machine-tools; forging and die-forging machines (including presses), closed die forging machines, for working metal 8462.19 Machine-tools; hot forming machines, hot hammers, for working metal 8462.22 Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including press brakes) for flat products, for working metal, numerically controlled 8462.24 Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled panel benders 8462.25 Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled roll forming machines 8462.26 Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled bending, folding, straightening or fattening machines (not press brakes, panel benders or roll forming machines) 8462.29 Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including press brakes), for working metal, numerically controlled n.e.c. in item 84.62.2 8462.32 Machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, for working metal 8462.33 Machine-tools; shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal 8462.39 Machine-tools; shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, other than numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, Japan, Italy, and the United States are prominent in the international trade of numerically controlled press brakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 846223?

HS code 846223 covers: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled press brakes. This HS code specifically targets numerically controlled (NC) press brakes used for bending, folding, straightening, or flattening metal. These machines are fundamental to modern sheet metal fabrication, enabling manufacturers to produce intricate and precise metal components with high efficiency and minimal human intervention. The "numerically controlled" aspect signifies advanced automation, allowing for complex programming and consistent output, which is vital for industries like automotive, aerospace, construction, and electronics. Major exporters are typically technologically advanced manufacturing nations such as Germany, Japan, Italy, and the United States, while importers are often countries with growing industrial bases or those requiring high-precision metal forming capabilities. Key trade considerations include the machine's tonnage, bending length, number of controlled axes, software capabilities, and energy efficiency. The global demand for high-quality, custom metal parts fuels the trade in these sophisticated machines.

What products fall under HS code 846223?

CNC hydraulic press brakes, CNC electric press brakes, Tandem press brake systems (NC), Robotic press brake cells, Hybrid CNC press brakes, Servo-electric press brakes, Down-stroking CNC press brakes

What are common misclassifications for HS code 846223?

This code is very specific to numerically controlled press brakes, differentiating it from general bending machines (846229) or other NC bending machines not classified as press brakes (e.g., 846224 for panel benders). The distinction lies in the 'press brake' functionality.

How is HS code 846223 structured?

HS code 846223 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 (23) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.