HS Code Subheading

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)

8462.26 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 846226

This HS code covers numerically controlled (NC) machine tools specifically designed for bending, folding, straightening, or flattening metal, with the explicit exclusion of press brakes, panel benders, and roll forming machines. These precision machines are vital for shaping sheet metal and plates with high accuracy and repeatability, finding extensive use in industries such as automotive, aerospace, construction, and general fabrication. Importers are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities that prioritize automation and consistent part production. Exporters are often nations with strong machine tool industries, providing cutting-edge solutions for metal forming. Key aspects include the level of automation, the precision of the bending or straightening process, and their integration into larger production lines for high-volume, consistent output of metal components.

Products Under This Code

NC Plate Bending Machines, NC Sheet Metal Folding Machines, CNC Straightening Machines for Metal Sheets, Automated Flattening Lines, Robotic Bending Systems, CNC Section Bending Machines, NC Profile Benders

Real World Examples

Faccin 4-Roll Plate Bending Machine (NC), Davi Plate Rolls (NC), Gasparini Bending Machines (NC), MG S.r.l. Plate Bending Machines, Roundo Plate Bending Machines

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 846229 (other NC bending machines, including press brakes) due to similar functions but different specific machine types. It can also be mistaken for 846210 (forging machines) if the primary function is misunderstood.

Products Classified Under 8462.26

CNC bending machineMetal folding machineMetal straightening machine

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 8462.24 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 8462.29 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, and Italy are major exporters, while China, USA, and Mexico are significant importers for advanced manufacturing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 846226?

HS code 846226 covers: 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). This HS code covers numerically controlled (NC) machine tools specifically designed for bending, folding, straightening, or flattening metal, with the explicit exclusion of press brakes, panel benders, and roll forming machines. These precision machines are vital for shaping sheet metal and plates with high accuracy and repeatability, finding extensive use in industries such as automotive, aerospace, construction, and general fabrication. Importers are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities that prioritize automation and consistent part production. Exporters are often nations with strong machine tool industries, providing cutting-edge solutions for metal forming. Key aspects include the level of automation, the precision of the bending or straightening process, and their integration into larger production lines for high-volume, consistent output of metal components.

What products fall under HS code 846226?

NC Plate Bending Machines, NC Sheet Metal Folding Machines, CNC Straightening Machines for Metal Sheets, Automated Flattening Lines, Robotic Bending Systems, CNC Section Bending Machines, NC Profile Benders

What are common misclassifications for HS code 846226?

This code is often confused with 846229 (other NC bending machines, including press brakes) due to similar functions but different specific machine types. It can also be mistaken for 846210 (forging machines) if the primary function is misunderstood.

How is HS code 846226 structured?

HS code 846226 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 (26) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.