HS Code for Spot welder

Spot welders are classified under HS code 8515.29. This code is situated within Chapter 85, which deals with electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8515 specifically covers electric machines and apparatus for resistance welding of metal. Spot welding is a form of resistance welding where metal surfaces are joined by the heat obtained from resistance to electric current. The subheading 8515.29 is designated for machines that are not fully or partly automatic. This includes manual spot welding guns, pedestal welders, and portable units where the operator manually controls the positioning of the electrodes and the timing of the weld cycle. The classification depends on the electrical nature of the heat source and the specific resistance method used to fuse the metal components. It is important to distinguish these from arc welders or laser welders, which operate on different physical principles and are classified under different subheadings within 8515. The manual nature of the equipment is the primary factor in selecting 8515.29 over the automatic alternatives.

Products Included

• Manual spot welding guns
• Pedestal-type spot welders
• Portable resistance welders
• Pinch welders for sheet metal
• Rocker arm spot welders
• Manual bench-top spot welders

Common Misclassification

Spot welders are frequently misclassified under HS code 8515.21, which is for fully or partly automatic resistance welding machines. The distinction depends entirely on the level of automation in the feed and welding cycle; if the operator must manually trigger each weld, 8515.29 is correct. Another common error is using HS code 8468, which covers machinery and apparatus for soldering, brazing, or welding that are not electric. Since spot welders rely on electrical resistance, they must remain in Chapter 85.

FAQ

What is the HS code for spot welder?

The HS code for manual or non-automatic resistance spot welders is 8515.29.

Does this code cover robotic welding arms?

No, robotic welding systems are typically classified as fully automatic under 8515.21 or as industrial robots under 8479.50, depending on their configuration.