HS Code Subheading

Machine-tools; for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials; sawing machines

8465.91 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 846591

This HS code covers a wide array of sawing machines specifically designed for cutting wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics, and similar hard materials. This category includes everything from basic workshop saws to advanced industrial cutting solutions, essential for initial material preparation in various manufacturing processes. These machines are fundamental to industries such as furniture manufacturing, construction (for timber processing), plastics fabrication, and specialized crafts. International trade in sawing machines is robust, driven by global demand for processed materials and finished goods. Importers range from small workshops in developing countries to large industrial facilities in developed nations, all seeking efficient and precise cutting capabilities. Major importing countries often include those with significant woodworking or construction sectors, like the USA, Germany, and China. Leading exporters are typically countries with strong manufacturing bases for industrial machinery, such as Germany, Italy, and Taiwan, known for producing durable and technologically advanced sawing equipment.

Products Under This Code

Panel saws, Table saws, Band saws, Miter saws, Circular saws (industrial), Rip saws, Crosscut saws, Beam saws

Real World Examples

Altendorf F45, Martin T75, SCM Nova SI 400, Felder K700S, SawStop Professional Cabinet Saw

Common Misclassification

This code is specifically for sawing machines, and care must be taken not to confuse it with other wood/plastic working machines like planers (846592) or grinding machines (846593).

Products Classified Under 8465.91

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

Top importers include the USA, Germany, and China, while Germany, Italy, and Taiwan are leading exporters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 846591?

HS code 846591 covers: Machine-tools; for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials; sawing machines. This HS code covers a wide array of sawing machines specifically designed for cutting wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics, and similar hard materials. This category includes everything from basic workshop saws to advanced industrial cutting solutions, essential for initial material preparation in various manufacturing processes. These machines are fundamental to industries such as furniture manufacturing, construction (for timber processing), plastics fabrication, and specialized crafts. International trade in sawing machines is robust, driven by global demand for processed materials and finished goods. Importers range from small workshops in developing countries to large industrial facilities in developed nations, all seeking efficient and precise cutting capabilities. Major importing countries often include those with significant woodworking or construction sectors, like the USA, Germany, and China. Leading exporters are typically countries with strong manufacturing bases for industrial machinery, such as Germany, Italy, and Taiwan, known for producing durable and technologically advanced sawing equipment.

What products fall under HS code 846591?

Panel saws, Table saws, Band saws, Miter saws, Circular saws (industrial), Rip saws, Crosscut saws, Beam saws

What are common misclassifications for HS code 846591?

This code is specifically for sawing machines, and care must be taken not to confuse it with other wood/plastic working machines like planers (846592) or grinding machines (846593).

How is HS code 846591 structured?

HS code 846591 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (65) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.