Product classification
HS code for CNC milling machine: 8459.61
Machine-tools, for milling by removing metal, (not knee-type), numerically controlled.
Classification of CNC milling machine under HS 8459.61
A CNC milling machine is classified under HS code 8459.61, which specifically covers "Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, (not knee-type), numerically controlled." This classification is applied to machines that perform milling operations, a process of removing material using rotating cutters. The "numerically controlled" (CNC) aspect signifies that the machine's movements and operations are automated and precisely guided by computer programs, ensuring high accuracy and repeatability. Crucially, this subheading distinguishes itself by explicitly excluding "knee-type" milling machines. Therefore, this code encompasses a broad range of advanced CNC milling equipment that does not feature the characteristic adjustable knee mechanism, making it a category for many modern machining centers.
- Covers
- Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs)
- Horizontal Machining Centers (HMCs)
- Gantry milling machines
- Bed-type milling machines (without a knee mechanism)
- 5-axis CNC milling machines (non-knee-type)
- Also under 8459.61
- DMG Mori CMX series
- Mazak VCN series
- Okuma MB series
- Haas VF series
- Hermle C series
Codes often confused with 8459.61
Common mistake. Misclassification frequently occurs when differentiating between various types of CNC milling machines. CNC knee mills, which possess the distinct adjustable knee mechanism, are classified under HS code 8459.51 ("Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, knee-type, numerically controlled"). The absence of this knee mechanism is the defining factor for inclusion in 8459.61. Furthermore, non-CNC milling machines, even if they are not knee-type, would fall under HS code 8459.69 ("Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, other, other than knee-type"), as they lack the numerical control capability. The combination of milling function, numerical control, and the absence of a knee-type design are essential for accurate classification under 8459.61.
Top exporters and importers of HS 845961 (the code used for CNC milling machine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 845961 (the code used for CNC milling machine) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 845961, not only CNC milling machine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $267M 25% of world exports
- 2 Germany $244M 23% of world exports
- 3 Italy $113M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $93M 11% of world imports
- 2 Italy $61M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 China $60M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $814M 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 milling machine
Brazil classifies CNC milling machine under NCM 8459.61.00: HS 8459.61 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about CNC milling machine
What is the HS code for CNC milling machine?
The HS code for CNC milling machine is 845961 (Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, (not knee-type), numerically controlled).
How do I classify CNC milling machine for customs?
CNC milling machine is classified under HS code 845961 — Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, (not knee-type), numerically controlled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a CNC milling machine (non-knee-type)?
The HS code for a CNC milling machine that is not knee-type is 8459.61.
How does a CNC milling machine differ from a CNC lathe?
A CNC milling machine removes material by rotating a multi-point cutting tool against a stationary or moving workpiece, creating complex shapes and features. In contrast, a CNC lathe removes material by rotating the workpiece against a stationary single-point cutting tool, primarily producing parts with rotational symmetry.
Which countries are the top exporters of CNC milling machine (HS 845961)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 845961 (the code used for CNC milling machine) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($267M, 25% of world exports), Germany ($244M) and Italy ($113M). 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 CNC milling machine (HS 845961)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 845961 (the code used for CNC milling machine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($93M, 11% of world imports), Italy ($61M) and China ($60M). World imports came to about $814M, 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 milling machine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 845961 for CNC milling machine 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 milling machine in Brazil?
In Brazil, CNC milling machine (HS 845961) is classified under NCM 8459.61.00.