Product classification
HS code for Wood machining center: 8465.20
Machine-tools, for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials, machining centres.
Classification of wood machining center under HS 8465.20
The classification of wood machining centers under HS code 8465.20 is strictly defined by the machine's technical capabilities. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, a machining center must be able to perform multiple types of machining operations, such as drilling, boring, milling, and turning, and must feature an automatic tool changer (ATC). The ATC allows the machine to switch between different cutting tools from a magazine or storage unit without manual intervention, following a pre-programmed sequence. This automation is the key differentiator from other multi-purpose machines. Heading 8465 covers machine tools for working wood and other hard materials like cork, bone, and hard plastics. If a machine performs multiple operations but lacks an automatic tool changer, it cannot be classified under 8465.20 and must instead be classified under 8465.99 or another relevant subheading based on its primary function. The inclusion of "machining centers" in heading 8465 reflects the technological advancement in woodworking machinery, moving from single-task machines to integrated, computer-controlled systems that increase efficiency and precision in furniture and component manufacturing.
- Covers
- CNC wood machining centers with automatic tool changers
- Multi-axis woodworking centers for milling and drilling
- Automated routing centers for wood panels
- Integrated machining units for timber frame components
- Also under 8465.20
- Biesse Rover series
- SCM Tech Z series
- Homag Venture series
- Anderson Stratos
- Weeke BHX series
Codes often confused with 8465.20
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying these machines under 8457.10, which is for machining centers for working metal. HS code 8465 is specifically for wood and similar materials. Another misclassification occurs with 8465.91 (sawing machines) or 8465.92 (planing/milling machines) when a machine performs multiple tasks but lacks the required automatic tool changer to be defined as a "machining center" under 8465.20.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846520 (the code used for wood machining center), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846520 (the code used for wood machining center) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 9.3% 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 846520, not only wood machining center.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $304M 40% of world exports
- 2 Germany $249M 33% of world exports
- 3 China $59M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $766M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $59M 9.3% of world imports
- 2 Germany $42M 6.5% of world imports
- 3 Poland $41M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $636M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 code for wood machining center
Brazil classifies wood machining center under NCM 8465.20.00: HS 8465.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wood machining center
What is the HS code for Wood machining center?
The HS code for Wood machining center is 846520 (Machine-tools; for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials; machining centres). The HS code for a machining center designed for working wood is 8465.20.
How do I classify Wood machining center for customs?
Wood machining center is classified under HS code 846520 — Machine-tools; for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials; machining centres. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does a machine need an automatic tool changer for this code?
Yes, the presence of an automatic tool changer is a mandatory technical requirement for a machine to be classified as a machining center under HS code 8465.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of wood machining center (HS 846520)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846520 (the code used for wood machining center) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($304M, 40% of world exports), Germany ($249M) and China ($59M). World exports came to about $766M, 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 machining center (HS 846520)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846520 (the code used for wood machining center) in UN Comtrade data were France ($59M, 9.3% of world imports), Germany ($42M) and Poland ($41M). World imports came to about $636M, 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 Wood machining center the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846520 for Wood machining center 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 machining center in Brazil?
In Brazil, wood machining center (HS 846520) is classified under NCM 8465.20.00.