HS Code Subheading

Machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, for working metal

8462.32 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 846232

This HS code covers specialized machine tools designed for processing metal coils into narrower strips (slitting lines) or into specific lengths (cut-to-length lines). These machines are fundamental in the steel service center industry, automotive, construction, and appliance manufacturing, where large metal coils need to be precisely prepared for subsequent fabrication steps. Importers are typically countries with significant metal processing and manufacturing industries, requiring efficient material preparation. Exporters are often nations with strong heavy machinery and automation sectors, providing robust and high-speed solutions. Key aspects include speed, accuracy, material handling capabilities, and the ability to process various metal types and thicknesses, ensuring optimal material utilization and reduced waste.

Products Under This Code

Steel Coil Slitting Lines, Aluminum Cut-to-Length Lines, Stainless Steel Slitting Machines, Multi-Blanking Lines, Coil Processing Lines, Precision Shearing Lines, Rotary Slitters

Real World Examples

Fagor Arrasate Slitting Lines, Stamco Cut-to-Length Lines, Salico Slitting Lines, Bradbury Group CTL Lines, B&K Slitting Systems

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with general shearing machines under 846233 or 846239 if the specialized coil processing function is overlooked. It may also be misclassified under 846290 (other machine tools) if its specific function isn't recognized.

Products Classified Under 8462.32

Metal slitting machineCut-to-length lineCoil slitting 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 8462.26 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 8462.33 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

China, USA, and India are major importers, with Germany, Italy, and Japan being key exporters of these industrial lines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 846232?

HS code 846232 covers: Machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, for working metal. This HS code covers specialized machine tools designed for processing metal coils into narrower strips (slitting lines) or into specific lengths (cut-to-length lines). These machines are fundamental in the steel service center industry, automotive, construction, and appliance manufacturing, where large metal coils need to be precisely prepared for subsequent fabrication steps. Importers are typically countries with significant metal processing and manufacturing industries, requiring efficient material preparation. Exporters are often nations with strong heavy machinery and automation sectors, providing robust and high-speed solutions. Key aspects include speed, accuracy, material handling capabilities, and the ability to process various metal types and thicknesses, ensuring optimal material utilization and reduced waste.

What products fall under HS code 846232?

Steel Coil Slitting Lines, Aluminum Cut-to-Length Lines, Stainless Steel Slitting Machines, Multi-Blanking Lines, Coil Processing Lines, Precision Shearing Lines, Rotary Slitters

What are common misclassifications for HS code 846232?

Can be confused with general shearing machines under 846233 or 846239 if the specialized coil processing function is overlooked. It may also be misclassified under 846290 (other machine tools) if its specific function isn't recognized.

How is HS code 846232 structured?

HS code 846232 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 (32) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.