Product classification
HS code for CNC machining center: 8457.10
Machining centres, for working metal.
Classification of CNC machining center under HS 8457.10
CNC machining centers are classified under HS code 8457.10. According to the HS Explanatory Notes, heading 8457 is reserved for machine tools that can perform different types of machining operations, such as milling, drilling, and boring, by automatically changing tools from a magazine or similar storage unit in accordance with a machining program. The defining characteristic of a machining center under 8457.10 is the presence of an Automatic Tool Changer (ATC). This multi-functionality allows the machine to complete complex parts in a single setup, significantly increasing efficiency compared to single-function machines. The classification is based on the machine's ability to perform diverse operations (milling, drilling, etc.) rather than just one. If a machine is numerically controlled but lacks an automatic tool changer, it cannot be classified here and must be placed under the specific heading for its primary function, such as 8459 for milling. 8457.10 is one of the most common codes for high-end manufacturing equipment, covering vertical, horizontal, and universal (5-axis) centers.
- Covers
- Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)
- Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC)
- 5-Axis CNC Machining Centers
- Universal Machining Centers
- CNC Drill-Tap Centers (with ATC)
- Also under 8457.10
- DMG Mori DMU series
- Mazak Variaxis series
- Haas VF series
- Okuma MB series
- Makino a-series
Codes often confused with 8457.10
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with 8459.31 (CNC boring-milling machines) or 8459.61 (CNC milling machines). These codes are only for machines that do not have an automatic tool changer. Another common error is 8458.11 (CNC lathes/turning centers); while turning centers may have driven tools, their primary operation is rotating the workpiece, whereas a machining center rotates the tool.
Top exporters and importers of HS 845710 (the code used for CNC machining center), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 845710 (the code used for CNC machining center) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 845710, not only CNC machining center.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $2.6B 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.9B 22% of world exports
- 3 China $989M 11% of world exports
World total: $8.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $1.8B 21% of world imports
- 2 United States $1.4B 16% of world imports
- 3 India $603M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $8.8B 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 CNC machining center
Brazil classifies CNC machining center under NCM 8457.10.00: HS 8457.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about CNC machining center
What is the HS code for CNC machining center?
The HS code for CNC machining center is 845710 (Machining centres; for working metal). The HS code for a CNC machining center for working metal is 8457.10.
How do I classify CNC machining center for customs?
CNC machining center is classified under HS code 845710 — Machining centres; for working metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does a CNC lathe count as a machining center?
Generally, no. A CNC lathe is classified under 8458. However, if the machine is a "multi-tasking machine" that performs significant milling and turning with an ATC, it is usually classified under 8457.10 or 8458.11 depending on which function is primary.
Which countries are the top exporters of CNC machining center (HS 845710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 845710 (the code used for CNC machining center) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($2.6B, 30% of world exports), Germany ($1.9B) and China ($989M). World exports came to about $8.6B, 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 CNC machining center (HS 845710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 845710 (the code used for CNC machining center) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.8B, 21% of world imports), the United States ($1.4B) and India ($603M). World imports came to about $8.8B, 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.
Is the HS code for CNC machining center the same in all countries?
The base HS code 845710 for CNC machining center is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for CNC machining center in Brazil?
In Brazil, CNC machining center (HS 845710) is classified under NCM 8457.10.00.