Machine-tools; shaping or slotting machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets

HS v2022 Code: 846120

About machine-tools; shaping or slotting machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets

HS code 846120 covers a crucial category of machine tools used in metalworking industries. These shaping or slotting machines play a vital role in the production of a wide range of metal components, from automotive parts to industrial machinery. Their ability to precisely remove material from metal, sintered metal carbides, or cermets makes them indispensable in the manufacturing of high-precision parts across numerous sectors of the global economy.

Production process

Shaping or slotting machines classified under HS code 846120 utilize a variety of cutting techniques to remove material from the workpiece. Common methods include milling, drilling, and grinding, which are carried out by rotating cutting tools or abrasive surfaces. These machines are often equipped with advanced computer numerical control (CNC) systems that allow for highly precise and automated material removal, ensuring consistent quality and dimensional accuracy.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of HS code 846120 machine tools include high-quality steel or other durable metals for the machine components, as well as specialized cutting tools, abrasives, and lubricants. Additionally, these machines often require advanced electronic and software systems to enable their precise control and programming. Skilled technicians and engineers are also essential for the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of these specialized machine tools.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 846120 machine tools is the production of precisely shaped metal components and parts. These outputs are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 870000 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers, 842000 Machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof, and 848000 Machinery; parts thereof, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, among others. The high-precision parts produced by these machine tools are critical for the manufacturing of a diverse array of products, from automotive systems to industrial equipment.

Revisions to 846120

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 846120. The most recent 1 version of this code (846120) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 846120.

Family tree for machine-tools; shaping or slotting machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/84'>84: Machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8461'>8461: Machine-tools; for planing, shaping, slotting, broaching, gear cutting and grinding, finishing, sawing, cutting off and other tools working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets n.e.c.</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846120'>846120: Machine-tools; shaping or slotting machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846130'>846130: Machine-tools; broaching machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846140'>846140: Machine-tools; gear cutting, gear grinding or gear finishing machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846150'>846150: Machine-tools; sawing or cutting-off machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846190'>846190: Machine-tools; planing machines, and other machine-tools n.e.c. in heading no. 8461; working by removing metal, sinistered metal carbides or cerments.</a>"]

    

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