HS Code for Servo press

A servo press is classified under HS code 8462.63. This classification was specifically introduced or clarified in recent HS updates (2022) to account for the technological shift in metalworking machinery. Heading 8462 covers machine tools for working metal by forging, hammering, or die-stamping, as well as presses for working metal. The subheading 8462.63 specifically identifies servo-presses used for cold working of metal. A servo press is distinguished from traditional mechanical or hydraulic presses by its use of a servo motor to drive the ram, allowing for precise control of the stroke, speed, and pressure. This classification is based on the machine's mechanical operation and its primary application in metal forming. The move to a specific code for servo-presses reflects the need for better statistical tracking of advanced manufacturing technologies.

Products Included

• Direct-drive servo presses
• Link-motion servo presses
• Precision metal forming servo presses
• Cold-stamping servo presses
• Servo-driven punching machines
• CNC servo-controlled metal presses

Common Misclassification

Before the 2022 update, servo presses were often classified under 8462.91 (hydraulic presses) or 8462.99 (other mechanical presses). Misclassification still occurs when users apply the old codes or confuse servo presses with standard mechanical presses (8462.62). It is also important not to confuse these with forging machines (8462.10) or bending/folding machines (8462.2x), even if those machines use servo motors. The classification 8462.63 is specifically for the 'press' function in cold metal working.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Servo press?

The specific HS code for servo-presses used for cold working of metal is 8462.63.

Does this code apply to presses for plastic or wood?

No, HS code 8462 is strictly for metalworking. Presses for other materials like plastics or wood would be classified under 8477 or 8465, respectively.