About HS Code 847480
This HS code covers machines designed for agglomerating, shaping, or moulding solid mineral fuels, ceramic paste, unhardened cements, plastering materials in powder or paste form, and machines for forming foundry moulds of sand. These specialized machines are crucial for industries that transform raw mineral materials into specific forms or products, such as mining (for briquettes), ceramics (for tiles), construction materials (for bricks), and foundries (for sand molds). Importers and exporters include manufacturers of building materials, ceramic producers, mining companies, and foundries. Key aspects of this trade involve the precision required for forming, the handling of various material consistencies, and the diverse applications that range from creating fuel briquettes to producing intricate ceramic components or casting molds for metal parts.
Products Under This Code
Briquetting machines, Pelletizing machines, Tile presses, Brick making machines, Sand moulding machines (foundry), Extrusion presses for ceramics, Compacting machines for mineral powders
Real World Examples
Komarek Briquetting Machine, Dorst Technologies Ceramic Press, Besser Block Machine, DISA Foundry Moulding Machine, Fives FCB Grinding & Briquetting
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 8477 (plastics/rubber machinery) if the material isn't clearly mineral-based, or 8479 (other specialized machinery) if the shaping function is too general and not specific to the listed mineral substances.
Products Classified Under 8474.80
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, USA, Italy, and India are major players in the manufacturing and trade of these specialized forming and moulding machines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 847480?
HS code 847480 covers: Machines; for agglomerating, shaping or moulding solid mineral fuels, ceramic paste, unhardened cements, plastering materials in powder or paste form, machines for forming foundry moulds of sand. This HS code covers machines designed for agglomerating, shaping, or moulding solid mineral fuels, ceramic paste, unhardened cements, plastering materials in powder or paste form, and machines for forming foundry moulds of sand. These specialized machines are crucial for industries that transform raw mineral materials into specific forms or products, such as mining (for briquettes), ceramics (for tiles), construction materials (for bricks), and foundries (for sand molds). Importers and exporters include manufacturers of building materials, ceramic producers, mining companies, and foundries. Key aspects of this trade involve the precision required for forming, the handling of various material consistencies, and the diverse applications that range from creating fuel briquettes to producing intricate ceramic components or casting molds for metal parts.
What products fall under HS code 847480?
Briquetting machines, Pelletizing machines, Tile presses, Brick making machines, Sand moulding machines (foundry), Extrusion presses for ceramics, Compacting machines for mineral powders
What are common misclassifications for HS code 847480?
Can be confused with 8477 (plastics/rubber machinery) if the material isn't clearly mineral-based, or 8479 (other specialized machinery) if the shaping function is too general and not specific to the listed mineral substances.
How is HS code 847480 structured?
HS code 847480 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (74) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.