HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8464.90 – Machine-tools; for working stone, ceramics, concrete, asbestos-cement or like mineral materials or for cold working glass, (other than sawing, grinding or polishing machines)
HS code 8464.90 is the 6-digit subheading for machine-tools, for working stone, ceramics, concrete, asbestos-cement or like mineral materials or for cold working glass, (other than sawing, grinding or polishing machines). It is used for stone drilling machines, glass milling machines, ceramic profiling machines, concrete shaping machines and asbestos-cement cutting machines (non-sawing).
What HS 8464.90 covers
This category encompasses a diverse range of specialized machine-tools crucial for shaping and processing hard mineral materials and glass, excluding the more common sawing, grinding, and polishing operations. These machines are vital for industries involved in construction, monument creation, architectural glass fabrication, and the production of ceramic tiles or concrete elements. International trade in these goods is driven by infrastructure development and manufacturing needs globally. Key importers often include countries with robust construction sectors or those investing heavily in industrial manufacturing capabilities, such as China, Germany, and the United States. Exporters are typically nations with advanced engineering and manufacturing prowess, like Italy, Germany, and Japan, known for producing high-precision industrial machinery. Understanding the specific function of these machines – whether it's drilling, milling, or shaping – is critical for accurate classification and trade compliance. The market for these tools is highly specialized, focusing on durability, precision, and automation to handle tough materials efficiently.
- Covers
- Stone drilling machines
- Glass milling machines
- Ceramic profiling machines
- Concrete shaping machines
- Asbestos-cement cutting machines (non-sawing)
- Glass edge processing machines
- Stone carving machines
- CNC stone routers
- Examples
- Breton FUEGO
- CMS Brembana Maxima
- Intermac Master
- Biesse Intermac Donatoni
- GMM Eura
Codes often confused with 8464.90
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 846410 (sawing machines) or 846420 (grinding/polishing machines) because they all work with similar materials, but 846490 specifically excludes those operations.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 846490, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 846490 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 $327M 29% of world exports
- 2 Italy $310M 28% of world exports
- 3 Japan $92M 8.2% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $130M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $116M 10% of world imports
- 3 India $73M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 codes for 8464.90 3
Brazil splits HS 8464.90 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8464.90.1 For glassPara vidro Group
- 8464.90.11 CNC glass grinding, milling, drilling machinesDe comando numérico, para retificar, fresar e perfurar
- 8464.90.19 Other glass cold-working machinesOutras
- 8464.90.90 Other stone, ceramic or concrete working machinesOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.64 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8464.90
What is HS code 846490?
HS code 846490 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machine-tools; for working stone, ceramics, concrete, asbestos-cement or like mineral materials or for cold working glass, (other than sawing, grinding or polishing machines). This category encompasses a diverse range of specialized machine-tools crucial for shaping and processing hard mineral materials and glass, excluding the more common sawing, grinding, and polishing operations. These machines are vital for industries involved in construction, monument creation, architectural glass fabrication, and the production of ceramic tiles or concrete elements. International trade in these goods is driven by infrastructure development and manufacturing needs globally. Key importers often include countries with robust construction sectors or those investing heavily in industrial manufacturing capabilities, such as China, Germany, and the United States. Exporters are typically nations with advanced engineering and manufacturing prowess, like Italy, Germany, and Japan, known for producing high-precision industrial machinery. Understanding the specific function of these machines – whether it's drilling, milling, or shaping – is critical for accurate classification and trade compliance. The market for these tools is highly specialized, focusing on durability, precision, and automation to handle tough materials efficiently.
What products fall under HS code 846490?
Stone drilling machines, Glass milling machines, Ceramic profiling machines, Concrete shaping machines, Asbestos-cement cutting machines (non-sawing), Glass edge processing machines, Stone carving machines, CNC stone routers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 846490?
This code is often confused with 846410 (sawing machines) or 846420 (grinding/polishing machines) because they all work with similar materials, but 846490 specifically excludes those operations.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 846490?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 846490 in UN Comtrade data were China ($327M, 29% of world exports), Italy ($310M) and Japan ($92M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 846490?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 846490 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($130M, 11% of world imports), China ($116M) and India ($73M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 846490 structured?
HS code 846490 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (64) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 846490?
Brazil splits HS code 846490 into 3 NCM codes: 8464.90.11 (CNC glass grinding, milling, drilling machines), 8464.90.19 (Other glass cold-working machines), 8464.90.90 (Other stone, ceramic or concrete working machines). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.