HS Code Subheading

Machine-tools; shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal

8462.33 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 846233

This code covers numerically controlled (NC) shearing machines specifically designed for flat metal products, excluding presses and combined punching/shearing machines. These precision machines are vital for cutting sheet metal and plates to exact dimensions with high accuracy and repeatability, crucial for industries like automotive, aerospace, HVAC, and general sheet metal fabrication. Importers are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities that prioritize automation and precision in their production lines. Exporters are often nations with strong machine tool industries, offering sophisticated cutting solutions. Key features include programmable back gauges, cutting angle adjustment, and seamless integration into automated production systems, enhancing efficiency and reducing material waste.

Products Under This Code

CNC Guillotine Shears, NC Plate Shearing Machines, Automated Sheet Metal Shears, CNC Hydraulic Shears, Precision NC Shearing Systems, Programmable Shearing Machines, Servo-Electric Shears

Real World Examples

Amada HFE M2 Series Shears, Trumpf TruShear, Bystronic ByCut, LVD PPEB Shears, Durma CNC Shears

Common Misclassification

Often confused with 846239 (non-NC shearing machines) due to similar function but differing levels of automation. It can also be mistaken for 846242 (NC punching/shearing machines) if the "combined" aspect is missed.

Products Classified Under 8462.33

CNC shearing machineCNC metal shear

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 8462.32 Machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, 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 Germany are significant importers, while Germany, Japan, and Italy are leading exporters of these NC shearing machines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 846233?

HS code 846233 covers: Machine-tools; shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal. This code covers numerically controlled (NC) shearing machines specifically designed for flat metal products, excluding presses and combined punching/shearing machines. These precision machines are vital for cutting sheet metal and plates to exact dimensions with high accuracy and repeatability, crucial for industries like automotive, aerospace, HVAC, and general sheet metal fabrication. Importers are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities that prioritize automation and precision in their production lines. Exporters are often nations with strong machine tool industries, offering sophisticated cutting solutions. Key features include programmable back gauges, cutting angle adjustment, and seamless integration into automated production systems, enhancing efficiency and reducing material waste.

What products fall under HS code 846233?

CNC Guillotine Shears, NC Plate Shearing Machines, Automated Sheet Metal Shears, CNC Hydraulic Shears, Precision NC Shearing Systems, Programmable Shearing Machines, Servo-Electric Shears

What are common misclassifications for HS code 846233?

Often confused with 846239 (non-NC shearing machines) due to similar function but differing levels of automation. It can also be mistaken for 846242 (NC punching/shearing machines) if the "combined" aspect is missed.

How is HS code 846233 structured?

HS code 846233 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 (33) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.