HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8462.33 – Machine-tools; shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal
HS code 8462.33 is the 6-digit subheading for machine-tools, shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal. It is used for CNC Guillotine Shears, NC Plate Shearing Machines, automated Sheet Metal Shears, CNC Hydraulic Shears and precision NC Shearing Systems.
What HS 8462.33 covers
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.
- Covers
- CNC Guillotine Shears
- NC Plate Shearing Machines
- Automated Sheet Metal Shears
- CNC Hydraulic Shears
- Precision NC Shearing Systems
- Programmable Shearing Machines
- Servo-Electric Shears
- Examples
- Amada HFE M2 Series Shears
- Trumpf TruShear
- Bystronic ByCut
- LVD PPEB Shears
- Durma CNC Shears
Codes often confused with 8462.33
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 846233, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 846233 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 8.8% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $59M 38% of world exports
- 2 Germany $24M 15% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $24M 15% of world exports
World total: $155M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $12M 8.8% of world imports
- 2 United States $11M 7.7% of world imports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $10M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $138M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8462.33
Brazil does not split HS 8462.33: its NCM code is 8462.33.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.62 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8462.33
What is HS code 846233?
HS code 846233 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 846233?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 846233 in UN Comtrade data were China ($59M, 38% of world exports), Germany ($24M) and Türkiye ($24M). World exports came to about $155M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 846233?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 846233 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($12M, 8.8% of world imports), the United States ($11M) and Saudi Arabia ($10M). World imports came to about $138M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 846233?
In Brazil, HS code 846233 is NCM 8462.33.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.