Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled press brakes

HS v2022 Code: 846223

About machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled press brakes

HS code 846223 covers numerically controlled press brakes, a critical piece of machinery used in the metalworking industry. These specialized machine tools are essential for bending, folding, straightening, or flattening metal sheets and plates. They play a vital role in the production of a wide range of metal components and parts, supporting industries such as automotive, construction, and manufacturing. The global press brake market is expected to grow steadily in the coming years, driven by the increasing demand for customized metal products and the need for efficient, automated metalworking solutions.

Production process

Numerically controlled press brakes use advanced computer-controlled systems to precisely bend and shape metal workpieces. The process typically involves clamping the metal between a stationary lower die and a movable upper punch or ram. The machine's numerical control system, often a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) unit, directs the movement and positioning of the ram, allowing for highly accurate and complex bending patterns. This level of precision and automation enables manufacturers to produce intricate metal components with consistent quality and reduced manual labor.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of numerically controlled press brakes include high-quality steel or other metal alloys, specialized hydraulic or electric components, and advanced control systems. Manufacturers of these machines also rely on a skilled workforce capable of operating, maintaining, and programming the CNC systems. Additionally, the industry requires access to a robust supply chain of supporting parts and accessories, such as dies, punches, and tooling, to ensure the efficient operation of the press brakes.

Production outputs

Numerically controlled press brakes are used to produce a wide range of metal components and parts, including structural elements, automotive parts, appliance housings, and architectural features. The output of this industry is often consumed by manufacturers in the 870000 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers, 730000 Iron and steel, and 940000 Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings industries, among others.

Revisions to 846223

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 846223. The most recent 1 version of this code (846223) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 846223.

Older versions

HS v2017:
- 846221: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), numerically controlled, for working metal

Family tree for machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled press brakes

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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/v2022/8462'>8462: Machine-tools (including presses) for working metal by forging, hammering or die forging (excluding rolling mills); machine-tools (including presses, slitting lines and cut-to-length lines) for working metal by bending, folding, straightening, flattening,</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846223'>846223: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled press brakes</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846211'>846211: Machine-tools; forging and die-forging machines (including presses), closed die forging machines, for working metal</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846219'>846219: Machine-tools; hot forming machines, hot hammers, for working metal</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846222'>846222: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including press brakes) for flat products, for working metal, numerically controlled</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846224'>846224: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled panel benders</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846225'>846225: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled roll forming machines</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846226'>846226: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled bending, folding, straightening or fattening machines (not press brakes, panel benders or roll forming machines)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846229'>846229: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including press brakes), for working metal, numerically controlled n.e.c. in item 84.62.2</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846232'>846232: Machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, for working metal</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846233'>846233: Machine-tools; shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846239'>846239: Machine-tools; shearing machines (excluding presses) for flat products, other than numerically controlled, other than combined punching and shearing machines, for working metal</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846242'>846242: Machine-tools; punching, notching or nibbling machines (excluding presses) for flat products including combined punching and shearing machines, numerically controlled, for working metal</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846249'>846249: Machine-tools; punching, notching or nibbling machines (excluding presses) for flat products including combined punching and shearing machines, other than numerically controlled, for working metal</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846251'>846251: Machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, numerically controlled</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846259'>846259: Machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, not numerically controlled</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846261'>846261: Machine-tools; cold metal working presses, hydraulic presses</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846262'>846262: Machine-tools; cold metal working presses, mechanical presses</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846263'>846263: Machine-tools; cold metal working presses, servo-presses</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846269'>846269: Machine-tools; cold metal working presses, other than hydraulic, mechanical or servo-presses</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/846290'>846290: Machine-tools; (including presses) for working metal by forging, hammering or die-forging, for bending, folding, straightening, flattening, shearing, punching, notching or nibbling metal, n.e.c. in heading 8462</a>"]

    

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Code	846223
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	6
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	84
Heading	8462