HS Code for Glass machine accessories
HS code 8466.91 is designated for parts and accessories suited for use solely or principally with the machines of heading 8464. Heading 8464 includes machine tools for working stone, ceramics, concrete, asbestos-cement, or similar mineral materials, or for cold working glass. Therefore, any specialized accessory—such as a work holder, tool attachment, or precision guide—that is essential for the operation of a glass-working machine is classified here. The classification is governed by Note 2 to Section XVI of the Harmonized System, which dictates that parts of machines are to be classified according to specific rules: if the part is not a machine itself covered by a specific heading, and it is uniquely designed for a machine in heading 8464, it must be placed in 8466. This ensures that the technical ecosystem of glass-working machinery is maintained within a logical tariff structure. This code is vital for manufacturers of glass-cutting, grinding, and polishing equipment who need to import or export replacement components and auxiliary attachments.
Products Included
- Work holders for glass grinding machines
- Tool holders for glass cutting equipment
- Dividing heads for glass engraving machinery
- Specialized jigs for glass edge polishing
- Mechanical attachments for glass drilling machines
Common Misclassification
Common misclassifications involve HS code 8475, which covers machines for assembling electric or electronic lamps or for manufacturing glassware in the hot state. Accessories for those machines belong under 8475.90. Additionally, general-purpose parts like ball bearings or drive belts are classified in their own specific headings (e.g., 8482 or 4010) rather than 8466.91, even if they are used on a glass machine. Confusion also arises with 8207, which covers interchangeable tools for hand tools or machine tools; 8466 is for the accessory that holds the tool, not the cutting tool itself.
FAQ
What is the HS code for glass machine accessories?
The correct HS code for accessories for glass-working machine tools is 8466.91.
Does this include the glass-cutting blades?
No, interchangeable cutting blades or diamond tips are usually classified under heading 8207 as tools.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Glass machine accessories?
The HS code for Glass machine accessories is 846691 (Parts & accessories suited for use solely/principally; for the machines of heading no. 8464, n.e.c. in heading no. 8466).
How do I classify Glass machine accessories for customs?
Glass machine accessories is classified under HS code 846691 — Parts & accessories suited for use solely/principally; for the machines of heading no. 8464, n.e.c. in heading no. 8466. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Glass machine accessories the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846691 for Glass machine accessories is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.