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HS HEADING 8459

Machine-tools; (including way-type unit head machines) for drilling, boring, milling, threading or tapping by removing metal, other than lathes of heading no. 8458

6-digit subheadings (12)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

8459.10

Machine-tools; way-type unit head machines, for drilling, boring, milling, threading or tapping by removing metal, other than lathes of heading no. 8458

8459.21

Machine-tools; for drilling by removing metal, numerically controlled

8459.29

Machine-tools; for drilling by removing metal, other than numerically controlled

8459.31

Machine-tools; for boring-milling by removing metal, numerically controlled

8459.39

Machine-tools; for boring-milling by removing metal, other than numerically controlled

8459.41

Machine-tools; for boring by removing metal, numerically controlled boring machines, n.e.c. in heading 8459

8459.49

Machine-tools; for boring by removing metal, not numerically controlled boring machines, n.e.c. in heading 8459

8459.51

Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, knee-type, numerically controlled

8459.59

Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, knee-type, other than numerically controlled

8459.61

Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, (not knee-type), numerically controlled

8459.69

Machine-tools; for milling by removing metal, not knee-type, other than numerically controlled

8459.70

Machine-tools; for threading or tapping by removing metal

Chapter 84 classification notes

One of the largest chapters by trade value. Many IT products duty-free under the ITA (Information Technology Agreement). Dual-use export controls apply to certain machinery. Parts often classified under the same heading as the complete machine.

Frequent misclassification in this chapter

Many importers confuse Chapter 84 (mechanical) and Chapter 85 (electrical). A device with both elements usually classifies by principal function. Computer peripherals may classify separately from the computer itself.

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Binding tariff ruling database

Other headings in Chapter 84

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