Product classification
HS code for Wood grinder: 8465.93
Machine-tools, for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials, grinding, sanding or polishing machines.
Classification of wood grinder under HS 8465.93
The classification of wood grinders under HS code 8465.93 is determined by the machine's primary function as a stationary machine-tool designed for finishing wood surfaces. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), products are classified based on the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 8465 covers machine-tools for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics, or similar hard materials. Subheading 8465.93 specifically isolates machines that perform grinding, sanding, or polishing operations. These machines are distinguished from saws or planers because they utilize abrasive materials to remove minute amounts of surface material to achieve a specific surface roughness or to prepare the workpiece for coating. To qualify for this code, the machine must be a fixed installation or a heavy-duty workshop model, rather than a portable, hand-held tool. The classification remains consistent whether the machine is manually operated or computer-controlled, provided the mechanical action is abrasive finishing.
- Covers
- Wide belt sanders for industrial wood finishing
- Edge sanding machines for cabinetry
- Stationary disc grinders for wood shaping
- Orbital sanding machines (bench-top or floor-standing)
- Drum sanders for thickness finishing
- Polishing machines for lacquered wood surfaces
- Also under 8465.93
- Biesse Viet Opera
- SCM DMC System
- Homag SWT series
- Heesemann MFA
- Timesavers 3300 series
Codes often confused with 8465.93
Common mistake. One frequent error is classifying stationary wood grinders under HS code 8467.29, which is intended for tools for working in the hand with a self-contained electric motor. If the grinder is portable and held by the operator during use, 8467 is correct; however, if it is a bench-top or floor-standing model, it must be classified under 8465.93. Another common mistake is using HS code 8460.12 or 8460.29, which are reserved for grinding machines designed for working metal or cermets. Even if the mechanical action is similar, the material being processed (wood vs. metal) dictates the classification between 8465 and 8460. Additionally, machines that remove material via cutting blades rather than abrasives should be classified under 8465.92.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846593 (the code used for wood grinder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846593 (the code used for wood grinder) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 9.9% of its imports here ($3.5M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 846593, not only wood grinder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $123M 28% of world exports
- 2 China $112M 25% of world exports
- 3 Italy $54M 12% of world exports
World total: $447M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $114M 25% of world imports
- 2 Germany $29M 6.4% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$26M 5.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 9.9% of its imports here ($3.5M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $450M 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 wood grinder
Brazil splits HS 8465.93 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8465.93.10Sanding machines for wood and the like
- 8465.93.90Grinders and polishers 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 wood grinder
What is the HS code for Wood grinder?
The HS code for Wood grinder is 846593 (Machine-tools; for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials; grinding, sanding or polishing machines). The HS code for a stationary wood grinding or sanding machine is 8465.93.
How do I classify Wood grinder for customs?
Wood grinder is classified under HS code 846593 — Machine-tools; for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials; grinding, sanding or polishing machines. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code cover machines used for hard plastics?
Yes, HS code 8465.93 also covers machine-tools for working hard plastics, hard rubber, and similar hard materials, provided the operation is grinding, sanding, or polishing.
Which countries are the top exporters of wood grinder (HS 846593)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846593 (the code used for wood grinder) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($123M, 28% of world exports), China ($112M) and Italy ($54M). World exports came to about $447M, 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 wood grinder (HS 846593)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846593 (the code used for wood grinder) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($114M, 25% of world imports), Germany ($29M) and Vietnam (about $26M). World imports came to about $450M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 9.9% of its imports here ($3.5M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Is the HS code for Wood grinder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846593 for Wood grinder 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 wood grinder in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 846593 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for wood grinder depends on the product's details: 8465.93.10 (Sanding machines for wood and the like), 8465.93.90 (Grinders and polishers for wood and the like).