HS Code for Cold rolling mill

HS code 8455.22 is assigned to cold-rolling mills used for processing metal. This classification falls under Chapter 84, which encompasses nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Heading 8455 specifically covers metal-rolling mills and the rolls designed for them. The primary distinction within this heading is between hot-rolling mills (8455.21) and cold-rolling mills (8455.22). A cold-rolling mill is a machine that reduces the thickness of metal sheets or strips by passing them through rollers at temperatures below their recrystallization temperature, typically at room temperature. This process is essential for producing materials with high dimensional accuracy and superior surface quality. The classification is based on the functional purpose of the machinery. It is important to note that this code refers to the mill itself—the machine assembly—rather than the individual components like the rollers, which have their own specific classification under 8455.30. The machinery must be specifically designed for the cold-rolling process to be classified here. If a mill is capable of both hot and cold rolling, it is generally classified based on its primary use or under the subheading for hot-rolling mills if both functions are equally significant, following the rules of the HS nomenclature. Furthermore, this code does not include machine tools for working metal by bending, folding, or shearing, which are classified under heading 8462. Proper classification requires a detailed technical description of the mill's operating temperature and its intended metal-working application.

Products Included

• Cold reduction mills for steel or aluminum
• Tandem cold rolling mills
• Reversing cold mills for precision metal strips
• Skin-pass mills (cold-rolling)
• Cluster mills (Sendzimir mills) for cold reduction

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is using 8455.21, which is reserved for hot-rolling mills or combined hot-and-cold mills. Another frequent error is classifying individual mill rolls under 8455.22, whereas they should be under 8455.30. Additionally, some importers confuse these with metal-working machine tools under 8462, which perform different mechanical operations like forging or bending.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Cold rolling mill?

The HS code for a cold-rolling mill specifically designed for metal processing is 8455.22.

Are the rollers for the mill classified under the same code?

No, the rollers (rolls) for metal-rolling mills are classified separately under HS code 8455.30, regardless of whether they are for hot or cold mills.