Product classification

HS code for Metalworking machine: 8461.90

Machine-tools, planing machines, and other machine-tools n.e.c. in heading no. 8461, working by removing metal, sinistered metal carbides or cerments.

Classification of metalworking machine under HS 8461.90

Metalworking machines that operate by removing metal, sintered metal carbides, or cermets, and are not specifically named in other headings of 8461, are classified under HS code 846190. This code acts as a residual category for machine-tools designed for finishing or shaping metal through subtractive processes. Heading 8461 covers machines for planing, shaping, slotting, broaching, gear cutting, gear finishing, sawing, or cutting-off. When a machine-tool performs a metal removal function that does not fit the specific descriptions of headings 8456 through 8460 (such as lathes, milling machines, or grinding machines), it falls under 8461. The classification depends on the machine's primary function of 'removing material.' This distinguishes it from machines that form metal through pressure or impact. The technical specifications must be reviewed to ensure the machine does not utilize laser, ultrasonic, or electro-discharge processes, which would redirect the classification to heading 8456.

Covers
  • Metal sawing machines (circular or band saws)
  • Metal filing machines
  • Abrasive cutting-off machines for metal
  • Metal broaching machines
  • Metal slotting and shaping machines
  • Engraving machines working by metal removal
Also under 8461.90

Waldrich Siegen Planing Machines, Butler Machine Tool Co. Planers, Sunnen Honing Machines, Lapmaster Lapping Machines, Gehring Honing Technology

Codes often confused with 8461.90

Common mistake. A common error is classifying these machines under 8459 (milling or drilling machines) or 8460 (grinding or polishing machines). The distinction lies in the specific mechanical action; for example, a sawing machine is specifically 8461, while a milling machine is 8459. Another frequent misclassification is with HS code 8462, which covers machines that work metal *without* removing material (like presses or bending machines). If the machine produces chips or swarf, it generally belongs in 8456-8461, not 8462 or 8463.

84.59Machine-tools; (including way-type unit head machines) for drilling, boring, milling, threading or tapping by removing metal, other than lathes of heading no. 845884.60Machine-tools; for deburring, sharpening, grinding, honing, lapping, polishing or otherwise finishing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets by means of grinding stones, abrasives or polishing products84.61Machine-tools; for planing, shaping, slotting, broaching, gear cutting and grinding, finishing, sawing, cutting off and other tools working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets n.e.c.84.62Machine-tools (including presses) for working metal by forging, hammering or die forging (excluding rolling mills); machine-tools (including presses, slitting lines and cut-to-length lines) for working metal by bending, folding, straightening, flattening,84.56Machine-tools; for working any material by removal of material, by laser or other light or photon beam, ultrasonic, electro-discharge, electro-chemical, electron beam, ionic-beam, or plasma arc processes; water-jet cutting machines84.63Machine-tools; n.e.c. for working metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets without removing material

Top exporters and importers of HS 846190 (the code used for metalworking machine), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846190 (the code used for metalworking machine) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 846190, not only metalworking machine.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $73M
  2. 2 United States $36M
  3. 3 Italy $21M

World total: $225M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $35M
  2. 2 India $24M
  3. 3 Thailand $16M

World total: $227M 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 codes for metalworking machine

Brazil splits HS 8461.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

  • 8461.90.10CNC planing and other metal removal machines
  • 8461.90.90Non-CNC planing and other metal removal machines

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

Questions about metalworking machine

What is the HS code for Metalworking machine?

The HS code for Metalworking machine is 846190 (Machine-tools; planing machines, and other machine-tools n.e.c. in heading no. 8461; working by removing metal, sinistered metal carbides or cerments.). The HS code for metalworking machines that remove material and are not elsewhere specified is 846190.

How do I classify Metalworking machine for customs?

Metalworking machine is classified under HS code 846190 — Machine-tools; planing machines, and other machine-tools n.e.c. in heading no. 8461; working by removing metal, sinistered metal carbides or cerments.. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include CNC machines?

Yes, HS code 846190 can include CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) versions of sawing, slotting, or shaping machines, provided they are not more specifically described in other subheadings of 8461.

Which countries are the top exporters of metalworking machine (HS 846190)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846190 (the code used for metalworking machine) in UN Comtrade data were China ($73M, 32% of world exports), the United States ($36M) and Italy ($21M). World exports came to about $225M, 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 metalworking machine (HS 846190)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 846190 (the code used for metalworking machine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($35M, 15% of world imports), India ($24M) and Thailand ($16M). World imports came to about $227M, 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 Metalworking machine the same in all countries?

The base HS code 846190 for Metalworking 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 metalworking machine in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 846190 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for metalworking machine depends on the product's details: 8461.90.10 (CNC planing and other metal removal machines), 8461.90.90 (Non-CNC planing and other metal removal machines).