HS Code for Leather article manufacturing machine

Machinery for manufacturing leather articles is classified under HS code 8453.80. This heading covers machinery for preparing, tanning, or working hides, skins, or leather, or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins, or leather. Subheading 8453.80 is the specific category for 'other machinery' that is not used for tanning or footwear production. This classification is determined by GRI 1 and the specific functional notes of Chapter 84. The machinery included here must perform a mechanical operation on the leather material, such as cutting, punching, or embossing, to create finished goods like bags, belts, or wallets. It excludes general-purpose machinery like sewing machines, which have their own dedicated heading. The focus of 8453.80 is on the specialized mechanical processing required to handle the unique physical properties of leather and skins.

Products Included

• Leather bag making machinery
• Belt punching and slitting machines
• Leather embossing presses
• Skiving machines for leather goods (non-footwear)
• Leather strap cutting machines

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is HS code 8452, which covers sewing machines. Even if a sewing machine is specifically designed for heavy leather, it must be classified under 8452. Another common error is using 8453.20, which is reserved specifically for machinery used in the manufacture or repair of footwear. If a machine is used to make leather handbags, it must be classified under 8453.80, not 8453.20, as the latter is restricted to the footwear industry.

FAQ

What is the HS code for leather article manufacturing machines?

The HS code for machinery used to manufacture leather articles (excluding footwear and sewing) is 8453.80.

Are leather tanning machines included in this code?

No, tanning machinery is classified under HS code 8453.10.