HS Code Subheading

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

8462.24 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 846224

This HS code is dedicated to numerically controlled (NC) panel benders, which are highly automated machines designed for bending and forming large, flat metal sheets into complex panel shapes. Unlike traditional press brakes, panel benders typically use a universal bending tool that moves around the stationary sheet, allowing for positive and negative bends without flipping the material. This technology is crucial for industries requiring high-volume production of panels for appliances, electrical cabinets, doors, and architectural components. Countries with advanced manufacturing and automation sectors, such as Italy, Germany, Japan, and the United States, are key exporters, while importers include nations with significant appliance manufacturing, construction, or electronics industries. Trade considerations include the machine's maximum panel size, bending capacity, automation level (e.g., automatic loading/unloading), and software integration. The drive for increased productivity and flexibility in sheet metal fabrication fuels the demand for these specialized machines.

Products Under This Code

CNC panel benders, Automatic panel bending centers, Robotic panel bending systems, Flexible panel bending machines, Up-down panel benders, Multi-axis panel benders, Compact panel benders

Real World Examples

Salvagnini P4 Panel Benders, Prima Power Express Bender, RAS Reinhardt Panel Benders, Faccin Panel Benders, Euromac Panel Benders

Common Misclassification

This code is distinct from general numerically controlled press brakes (846223) due to its specialized 'panel bender' mechanism, which typically involves a universal bending tool and stationary sheet. It should not be confused with roll forming machines (846225).

Products Classified Under 8462.24

CNC panel bender

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 8462.23 Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled press brakes 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

Italy, Germany, Japan, and the United States are major players in the global trade of numerically controlled panel benders.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 846224?

HS code 846224 covers: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled panel benders. This HS code is dedicated to numerically controlled (NC) panel benders, which are highly automated machines designed for bending and forming large, flat metal sheets into complex panel shapes. Unlike traditional press brakes, panel benders typically use a universal bending tool that moves around the stationary sheet, allowing for positive and negative bends without flipping the material. This technology is crucial for industries requiring high-volume production of panels for appliances, electrical cabinets, doors, and architectural components. Countries with advanced manufacturing and automation sectors, such as Italy, Germany, Japan, and the United States, are key exporters, while importers include nations with significant appliance manufacturing, construction, or electronics industries. Trade considerations include the machine's maximum panel size, bending capacity, automation level (e.g., automatic loading/unloading), and software integration. The drive for increased productivity and flexibility in sheet metal fabrication fuels the demand for these specialized machines.

What products fall under HS code 846224?

CNC panel benders, Automatic panel bending centers, Robotic panel bending systems, Flexible panel bending machines, Up-down panel benders, Multi-axis panel benders, Compact panel benders

What are common misclassifications for HS code 846224?

This code is distinct from general numerically controlled press brakes (846223) due to its specialized 'panel bender' mechanism, which typically involves a universal bending tool and stationary sheet. It should not be confused with roll forming machines (846225).

How is HS code 846224 structured?

HS code 846224 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 (24) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.