Product classification
HS code for Panel saw: 8465.91
Machine-tools, for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials, sawing machines.
Classification of panel saw under HS 8465.91
The panel saw is classified under HS code 8465.91, which pertains to machine-tools for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics, or similar hard materials, specifically sawing machines. This classification is governed by Section XVI and Chapter 84 notes. Heading 8465 covers machines that perform various operations on wood and similar materials without removing the material in the form of chips (though saws are an exception specifically included). Subheading 8465.91 is dedicated to sawing machines, which includes panel saws designed to cut large sheets into smaller parts. These machines are characterized by a circular saw blade and a mechanism to support and move the panel, such as a sliding table or a vertical frame. The classification applies to both manual and CNC-controlled panel saws, provided they are intended for the materials listed in the heading. If the machine is designed to work metal, it would be excluded from this heading and moved to 8461. The distinction is based on the material the machine is designed to process, not necessarily the material it is currently cutting. Industrial-scale panel saws used in furniture manufacturing or cabinetry are the primary products under this code, as they are stationary machine tools rather than hand-held power tools.
- Covers
- Vertical panel saws
- Sliding table saws
- Horizontal beam saws
- CNC panel cutting centers
- Precision dimension saws
- Woodworking table saws for sheet goods
- Also under 8465.91
- Altendorf F45
- Martin T75
- SCM Nova SI 400
- Felder K700S
- SawStop Professional Cabinet Saw
Codes often confused with 8465.91
Common mistake. Panel saws are often confused with HS code 8461.50, which covers sawing or cutting-off machines for working metal. It is vital to identify the intended workpiece material. Another common misclassification is HS code 8467.22, which is for tools for working in the hand, with a self-contained electric motor. If the panel saw is a portable circular saw rather than a stationary machine tool, it must be classified under 8467. Finally, 8202 covers hand saws, which are non-mechanical tools.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846591 (the code used for panel saw), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846591 (the code used for panel saw) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% 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 846591, not only panel saw.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $604M 27% of world exports
- 2 Germany $339M 15% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$266M 12% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $540M 26% of world imports
- 2 Germany $191M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 Canada $98M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 panel saw
Brazil splits HS 8465.91 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8465.91.10Band saws for wood and similar materials
- 8465.91.20Circular saws for wood and similar materials
- 8465.91.90Other sawing machines for wood and the like
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about panel saw
What is the HS code for Panel saw?
The HS code for Panel saw is 846591 (Machine-tools; for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials; sawing machines). The HS code for a stationary panel saw used for woodworking or plastic cutting is 8465.91.
How do I classify Panel saw for customs?
Panel saw is classified under HS code 846591 — Machine-tools; for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials; sawing machines. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can this code be used for saws that cut plastic?
Yes, HS code 8465.91 includes machines for working hard plastics and similar hard materials in addition to wood.
Which countries are the top exporters of panel saw (HS 846591)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846591 (the code used for panel saw) in UN Comtrade data were China ($604M, 27% of world exports), Germany ($339M) and Taiwan (about $266M). World exports came to about $2.2B, 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 panel saw (HS 846591)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846591 (the code used for panel saw) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($540M, 26% of world imports), Germany ($191M) and Canada ($98M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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 Panel saw the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846591 for Panel saw 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 panel saw in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 846591 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for panel saw depends on the product's details: 8465.91.10 (Band saws for wood and similar materials), 8465.91.20 (Circular saws for wood and similar materials), 8465.91.90 (Other sawing machines for wood and the like).