Product classification

HS code for Fabric cutting machine: 8451.50

Machines, for reeling, unreeling, folding, cutting or pinking textile fabrics.

Classification of fabric cutting machine under HS 8451.50

Fabric cutting machines are classified under HS code 8451.50 because they are specialized industrial machinery designed for the processing of textile fabrics. This specific subheading falls under Heading 8451, which encompasses machinery for washing, cleaning, wringing, drying, ironing, pressing, bleaching, dyeing, dressing, finishing, coating, or impregnating textile yarns, fabrics, or made-up textile articles. The classification logic relies on the machine's primary function: the physical manipulation of fabric through reeling, unreeling, folding, cutting, or pinking. Unlike general-purpose cutting tools, these machines are engineered to handle the unique properties of textiles, such as elasticity and fraying. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) dictate that products should be classified according to the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since 8451 specifically mentions \"cutting or pinking textile fabrics,\" it takes precedence over more general machinery codes. These machines are vital in the garment manufacturing industry, where precision and speed are required to process large volumes of material. They may utilize various technologies, including rotary blades, vertical knives, or even laser cutting systems, provided they are specifically configured for textile use.

Covers
  • Industrial rotary fabric cutters
  • Automatic fabric spreading and cutting systems
  • Pinking machines for textile samples
  • Textile reeling and unreeling machines
  • Fabric folding machines for industrial use
  • CNC laser cutters specifically for textile fabrics
Also under 8451.50
  • Lectra fabric cutters
  • Gerber Technology spreading machines
  • Eastman cutting machines
  • Monti Antonio fabric folding machines
  • Bullmer cutting systems

Codes often confused with 8451.50

Common mistake. Fabric cutting machines are frequently misclassified under HS code 8441.10, which is reserved for paper or paperboard cutting machines. While the mechanical action may be similar, the intended material (textile vs. paper) is the deciding factor. Another common error is using HS code 8467.29 for handheld power tools; however, if the machine is designed for industrial textile production, 8451.50 is more appropriate. Additionally, 8477.80 is sometimes used for plastic cutting machines, which should not be confused with textile-specific equipment.

8441.10Machines; cutting, of all kinds, for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard8467.29Tools; for working in the hand, with self-contained electric motor; other than saws and drills8477.80Machinery; for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter

Top exporters and importers of HS 845150 (the code used for fabric cutting machine), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 845150 (the code used for fabric cutting machine) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.4% 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 845150, not only fabric cutting machine.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $344M
  2. 2 Italy $121M
  3. 3 Denmark $75M

World total: $885M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $77M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$75M
  3. 3 India $55M

World total: $823M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 fabric cutting machine

Brazil splits HS 8451.50 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

  • 8451.50.10Fabric visual inspection machines
  • 8451.50.20Automatic fabric spreading or cutting machines
  • 8451.50.90Other fabric reeling, folding or cutting machines

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about fabric cutting machine

What is the HS code for Fabric cutting machine?

The HS code for Fabric cutting machine is 845150 (Machines; for reeling, unreeling, folding, cutting or pinking textile fabrics). The primary HS code for fabric cutting machines, including those for reeling, unreeling, and pinking, is 8451.50.

How do I classify Fabric cutting machine for customs?

Fabric cutting machine is classified under HS code 845150 — Machines; for reeling, unreeling, folding, cutting or pinking textile fabrics. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include handheld fabric cutters?

Small handheld electric fabric cutters may sometimes be classified under 8467 if they are considered tools for working in the hand, but industrial-grade stationary or semi-stationary machines remain under 8451.50.

Which countries are the top exporters of fabric cutting machine (HS 845150)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 845150 (the code used for fabric cutting machine) in UN Comtrade data were China ($344M, 39% of world exports), Italy ($121M) and Denmark ($75M). World exports came to about $885M, 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 fabric cutting machine (HS 845150)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 845150 (the code used for fabric cutting machine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($77M, 9.4% of world imports), Vietnam (about $75M) and India ($55M). World imports came to about $823M, 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 Fabric cutting machine the same in all countries?

The base HS code 845150 for Fabric cutting 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 fabric cutting machine in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 845150 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for fabric cutting machine depends on the product's details: 8451.50.10 (Fabric visual inspection machines), 8451.50.20 (Automatic fabric spreading or cutting machines), 8451.50.90 (Other fabric reeling, folding or cutting machines).