HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8477.59 – Machinery; for moulding or forming, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter
HS code 8477.59 is the 6-digit subheading for machinery, for moulding or forming, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter. It is used for rotational moulding machines, compression moulding presses (non-tire), transfer moulding machines, reaction injection moulding (RIM) machines and liquid silicone rubber (LSR) moulding machines.
What HS 8477.59 covers
This 'basket' HS code covers various machinery for moulding or forming rubber or plastics that are not specifically classified in other subheadings of 8477. It includes specialized processes like rotational moulding for large, hollow objects, compression moulding for thermosets and composites (excluding tires), transfer moulding, and reaction injection moulding (RIM). These machines cater to niche applications in industries such as automotive, construction, and consumer goods, where specific forming techniques are required for complex or specialized parts. International trade involves manufacturers seeking custom solutions and advanced material processing capabilities. Exporters often provide highly engineered, application-specific machinery, reflecting continuous technological advancements in polymer processing.
- Covers
- Rotational moulding machines
- Compression moulding presses (non-tire)
- Transfer moulding machines
- Reaction injection moulding (RIM) machines
- Liquid silicone rubber (LSR) moulding machines
- Foam moulding machines
- Vacuum compression moulding machines
- Examples
- Ferry Industries Rotational Molders
- REP International Rubber Injection Presses
- Engel Compression Molding Machines
- KraussMaffei RIM Machines
Codes often confused with 8477.59
Common mistake. As a residual code, it's often confused with more specific moulding codes like 847720 (extruders), 847730 (blow moulding), 847740 (thermoforming), or 847751 (tire moulding) if the specific process is not clearly defined.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 847759, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 847759 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 25% 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 Italy $314M 25% of world exports
- 2 China $229M 18% of world exports
- 3 Germany $160M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $141M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $82M 6.6% of world imports
- 3 India $72M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 8477.59 3
Brazil splits HS 8477.59 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8477.59.1 PressesPrensas Group
- 8477.59.11 Rubber or plastics presses up to 30,000 kNCom capacidade inferior ou igual a 30.000 kN
- 8477.59.19 Rubber or plastics presses over 30,000 kNOutras
- 8477.59.90 Other rubber or plastics moulding machinesOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.77 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8477.59
What is HS code 847759?
HS code 847759 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machinery; for moulding or forming, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter. This 'basket' HS code covers various machinery for moulding or forming rubber or plastics that are not specifically classified in other subheadings of 8477. It includes specialized processes like rotational moulding for large, hollow objects, compression moulding for thermosets and composites (excluding tires), transfer moulding, and reaction injection moulding (RIM). These machines cater to niche applications in industries such as automotive, construction, and consumer goods, where specific forming techniques are required for complex or specialized parts. International trade involves manufacturers seeking custom solutions and advanced material processing capabilities. Exporters often provide highly engineered, application-specific machinery, reflecting continuous technological advancements in polymer processing.
What products fall under HS code 847759?
Rotational moulding machines, compression moulding presses (non-tire), transfer moulding machines, reaction injection moulding (RIM) machines, liquid silicone rubber (LSR) moulding machines, foam moulding machines, vacuum compression moulding machines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 847759?
As a residual code, it's often confused with more specific moulding codes like 847720 (extruders), 847730 (blow moulding), 847740 (thermoforming), or 847751 (tire moulding) if the specific process is not clearly defined.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 847759?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 847759 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($314M, 25% of world exports), China ($229M) and Germany ($160M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 847759?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 847759 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($141M, 11% of world imports), China ($82M) and India ($72M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 847759 structured?
HS code 847759 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (77) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 847759?
Brazil splits HS code 847759 into 3 NCM codes: 8477.59.11 (Rubber or plastics presses up to 30,000 kN), 8477.59.19 (Rubber or plastics presses over 30,000 kN), 8477.59.90 (Other rubber or plastics moulding machines). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.