HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 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
HS code 8462.39 is the 6-digit subheading for machine-tools, shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, other than numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal. It is used for hydraulic Guillotine Shears, mechanical Shearing Machines, manual Sheet Metal Shears, plate Cutting Machines and swing Beam Shears.
What HS 8462.39 covers
This category includes non-numerically controlled (non-NC) shearing machines for flat metal products, excluding presses and combined punching/shearing machines. These machines are essential for cutting sheet metal and plates to size, commonly found in smaller fabrication shops, workshops, and industries where high-volume automation is not the primary requirement. Importers are often developing countries or regions with growing manufacturing sectors, seeking cost-effective and reliable metal cutting solutions. Exporters typically include countries with established machine tool manufacturing capabilities, offering a range of manual and semi-automatic options. Key considerations include cutting capacity, durability, ease of operation, and the ability to handle various material thicknesses without complex programming.
- Covers
- Hydraulic Guillotine Shears
- Mechanical Shearing Machines
- Manual Sheet Metal Shears
- Plate Cutting Machines
- Swing Beam Shears
- Fixed Rake Shears
- Foot-Operated Shears
- Examples
- Accurshear Hydraulic Shears
- Cincinnati Mechanical Shears
- Piranha Shears
- Baileigh Industrial Shears
- Edwards Shears
Codes often confused with 8462.39
Common mistake. Frequently confused with 846233 (NC shearing machines) due to similar function but lacking numerical control. It can also be mistaken for 846249 (non-NC punching/shearing machines) if the "combined" aspect is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 846239, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 846239 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 14% of world imports. Mexico reports $320M of its heading 8462 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $85M 36% of world exports
- 2 Italy $55M 23% of world exports
- 3 United States $12M 5.1% of world exports
World total: $238M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $45M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $41M 13% of world imports
- 3 Canada $18M 5.5% of world imports
Mexico reports $320M of its heading 8462 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $322M 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 8462.39
Brazil does not split HS 8462.39: its NCM code is 8462.39.00.
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 8462.39
What is HS code 846239?
HS code 846239 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machine-tools; shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, other than numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal. This category includes non-numerically controlled (non-NC) shearing machines for flat metal products, excluding presses and combined punching/shearing machines. These machines are essential for cutting sheet metal and plates to size, commonly found in smaller fabrication shops, workshops, and industries where high-volume automation is not the primary requirement. Importers are often developing countries or regions with growing manufacturing sectors, seeking cost-effective and reliable metal cutting solutions. Exporters typically include countries with established machine tool manufacturing capabilities, offering a range of manual and semi-automatic options. Key considerations include cutting capacity, durability, ease of operation, and the ability to handle various material thicknesses without complex programming.
What products fall under HS code 846239?
Hydraulic Guillotine Shears, Mechanical Shearing Machines, Manual Sheet Metal Shears, Plate Cutting Machines, Swing Beam Shears, Fixed Rake Shears, Foot-Operated Shears
What are common misclassifications for HS code 846239?
Frequently confused with 846233 (NC shearing machines) due to similar function but lacking numerical control. It can also be mistaken for 846249 (non-NC punching/shearing machines) if the "combined" aspect is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 846239?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 846239 in UN Comtrade data were China ($85M, 36% of world exports), Italy ($55M) and the United States ($12M). World exports came to about $238M, 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 846239?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 846239 in UN Comtrade data were India ($45M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($41M) and Canada ($18M). World imports came to about $322M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $320M of its heading 8462 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 846239 structured?
HS code 846239 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 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 846239?
In Brazil, HS code 846239 is NCM 8462.39.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.