Product classification
HS code for Forging press: 8462.11
Machine-tools, forging and die-forging machines (including presses), closed die forging machines, for working metal.
Classification of forging press under HS 8462.11
Forging presses, specifically those designed for closed-die forging, are classified under HS code 8462.11. This classification is part of Heading 8462, which encompasses machine-tools for working metal by forging, hammering, or die-stamping. Subheading 8462.11 is specifically designated for closed-die forging machines, including presses. These machines operate by applying continuous pressure to a metal workpiece, forcing it to fill the contours of a shaped die cavity. This process is distinct from open-die forging or simple hammering because the metal is entirely confined within the die. The classification is determined by the machine's mechanical operation and its intended application in the metalworking industry. According to the Explanatory Notes to Chapter 84, these machines must be designed for working metal. The choice of 8462.11 over other subheadings is driven by the \"closed-die\" specification, which is a primary feature of high-precision industrial forging operations used to create complex components for the automotive and aerospace sectors.
- Covers
- Mechanical closed-die forging presses
- Hydraulic closed-die forging presses
- Automated closed-die forging lines
- Precision forging presses for metal
- Transfer presses for closed-die forging
- Also under 8462.11
- Schuler Group Forging Presses
- SMS Group Forging Presses
- Hatebur Hotmatic Forging Machines
- Fagor Arrasate Forging Presses
- Sumitomo Heavy Industries Forging Presses
Codes often confused with 8462.11
Common mistake. Forging presses are frequently misclassified under 8462.19, which is the category for other forging hammers and hot forming machines. The distinction lies in whether the machine uses a closed die. Another common error is using 8462.91 for hydraulic presses that are not specifically designed for forging, or 8479.89 for general-purpose mechanical appliances. If the press is used for cold-working metal rather than hot-forging, it may fall under different subheadings within 8462, such as 8462.20 for bending or 8462.30 for shearing.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846211 (the code used for forging press), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846211 (the code used for forging press) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% of world imports. Mexico reports $320M of its heading 8462 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 846211, not only forging press.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $61M 16% of world exports
- 2 United States $61M 16% of world exports
- 3 Italy $59M 16% of world exports
World total: $373M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $67M 19% of world imports
- 2 India $45M 13% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $20M 5.6% of world imports
Mexico reports $320M of its heading 8462 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $354M 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 forging press
Brazil classifies forging press under NCM 8462.11.00: HS 8462.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about forging press
What is the HS code for Forging press?
The HS code for Forging press is 846211 (Machine-tools; forging and die-forging machines (including presses), closed die forging machines, for working metal). The HS code for closed-die forging presses is 8462.11.
How do I classify Forging press for customs?
Forging press is classified under HS code 846211 — Machine-tools; forging and die-forging machines (including presses), closed die forging machines, for working metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between HS 8462.11 and 8462.19?
HS 8462.11 is specifically for closed-die forging machines, where the metal is shaped within a confined mold. HS 8462.19 is a broader category for other forging hammers and hot forming machines that do not use closed dies, such as open-die hammers.
Which countries are the top exporters of forging press (HS 846211)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846211 (the code used for forging press) in UN Comtrade data were China ($61M, 16% of world exports), the United States ($61M) and Italy ($59M). World exports came to about $373M, 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 forging press (HS 846211)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846211 (the code used for forging press) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($67M, 19% of world imports), India ($45M) and Türkiye ($20M). World imports came to about $354M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $320M of its heading 8462 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Forging press the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846211 for Forging press 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 forging press in Brazil?
In Brazil, forging press (HS 846211) is classified under NCM 8462.11.00.