Product classification
HS code for Tile polishing machine: 8464.20
Machine-tools, grinding or polishing machines, for working stone, ceramics, concrete, asbestos-cement or like mineral materials or for cold working glass.
Classification of tile polishing machine under HS 8464.20
HS code 8464.20 is designated for machine-tools used for grinding or polishing mineral materials such as stone, ceramics, concrete, or glass. Unlike sawing machines that are used for the initial cutting and shaping, polishing machines are designed to refine the surface of the material. This process involves the use of abrasive discs, pads, or belts to remove surface irregularities and achieve a specific finish, ranging from matte to high-gloss. In the tile industry, these machines are used both in the manufacturing phase to finish ceramic and porcelain tiles and in the installation phase to polish natural stone tiles like marble or granite. The classification covers machines that perform edge grinding, surface smoothing, and final buffing. The machine must be designed for mineral materials; if it is designed for metal or wood, it would fall under different chapters. These machines often incorporate water-cooling systems to manage heat and dust during the abrasive process. Correct classification is vital for determining import duties on industrial finishing equipment.
- Covers
- Automatic tile polishing lines for factories
- Edge grinding machines for ceramic tiles
- Floor polishing machines for stone and concrete
- Orbital grinders for mineral surfaces
- Glass polishing machine-tools
- Also under 8464.20
- Comandulli edge polishers
- Achilli grinding machines
- HTC floor grinders
- Bavelloni glass processing machines
- Lissmac surface grinders
Codes often confused with 8464.20
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 8464.10, which is specifically for sawing machines. While both are used for mineral materials, the mechanical action (sawing vs. grinding/polishing) is the deciding factor. Another error involves HS code 8460, which covers grinding or polishing machines for metal. Importers must ensure the machine is specifically designed for mineral materials to stay within 8464. Additionally, small hand-held grinders are often incorrectly placed here instead of under 8467 (hand-held power tools). Finally, 8464.90 is sometimes used incorrectly for polishing machines, but 8464.20 is the more specific subheading for grinding and polishing.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846420 (the code used for tile polishing machine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846420 (the code used for tile polishing machine) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% 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 846420, not only tile polishing machine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $291M 30% of world exports
- 2 Italy $210M 22% of world exports
- 3 Germany $106M 11% of world exports
World total: $959M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $156M 17% of world imports
- 2 United States $91M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$60M 6.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $928M 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. 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 tile polishing machine
Brazil splits HS 8464.20 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8464.20.10Glass grinding or polishing machines
- 8464.20.21Ceramic tile polishers, eight or more heads
- 8464.20.29Other ceramic grinding or polishing machines
- 8464.20.90Stone or concrete grinding or polishing machines
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about tile polishing machine
What is the HS code for Tile polishing machine?
The HS code for Tile polishing machine is 846420 (Machine-tools; grinding or polishing machines, for working stone, ceramics, concrete, asbestos-cement or like mineral materials or for cold working glass). The HS code for machines used for grinding or polishing stone, ceramics, or similar mineral materials is 8464.20.
How do I classify Tile polishing machine for customs?
Tile polishing machine is classified under HS code 846420 — Machine-tools; grinding or polishing machines, for working stone, ceramics, concrete, asbestos-cement or like mineral materials or for cold working glass. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can this code be used for concrete floor polishers?
Yes, machines designed to grind or polish concrete floors are classified under HS code 8464.20 as they work on mineral materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of tile polishing machine (HS 846420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846420 (the code used for tile polishing machine) in UN Comtrade data were China ($291M, 30% of world exports), Italy ($210M) and Germany ($106M). World exports came to about $959M, 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 tile polishing machine (HS 846420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846420 (the code used for tile polishing machine) in UN Comtrade data were China ($156M, 17% of world imports), the United States ($91M) and Vietnam (about $60M). World imports came to about $928M, 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 Tile polishing machine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846420 for Tile polishing 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 tile polishing machine in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 846420 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for tile polishing machine depends on the product's details: 8464.20.10 (Glass grinding or polishing machines), 8464.20.21 (Ceramic tile polishers, eight or more heads), 8464.20.29 (Other ceramic grinding or polishing machines), 8464.20.90 (Stone or concrete grinding or polishing machines).