Machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, for working metal

HS v2022 Code: 846232

About machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, for working metal

HS code 846232 covers a range of machine-tools used in the metalworking industry. These specialized machines play a crucial role in the manufacturing and processing of metal products, enabling businesses to efficiently cut, slit, and shape metal materials to meet their specific requirements. As a key component of the broader metalworking sector, this industry contributes significantly to the global economy, supporting the production of a wide variety of metal-based goods and components.

Production process

The primary production techniques associated with HS code 846232 involve the use of specialized machine-tools designed for slitting and cut-to-length operations on metal. These machines typically utilize a combination of blades, rollers, and other cutting mechanisms to precisely cut and shape metal sheets, bars, or other forms. The specific techniques employed may vary depending on the type of metal being processed, the desired output dimensions, and the overall manufacturing requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of machine-tools covered under HS code 846232 include high-quality steel and other metal alloys, as well as advanced mechanical and electronic components. Manufacturers in this industry also rely on specialized software, control systems, and precision engineering expertise to design and build these sophisticated machines. Additionally, the production process may involve the use of various tools, jigs, and fixtures to ensure the accurate and efficient operation of the equipment.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 846232 are the machine-tools themselves, which are then used by a wide range of metalworking and manufacturing businesses. These machine-tools are essential for the production of a diverse array of metal products, including 731100 Structures and parts of structures, of iron or steel, 732690 Other articles of iron or steel, and 840991 Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the engines of heading 8407 or 8408. The efficient and precise cutting and shaping capabilities of these machines contribute to the overall quality and productivity of the metalworking industry.

Revisions to 846232

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 846232. The most recent 1 version of this code (846232) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 846232.

Family tree for machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, for working metal

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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/v2022/846232'>846232: Machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, for working metal</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/v2022/846223'>846223: Machine-tools; bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses), for working metal, numerically controlled press brakes</a>"]
B --> H["<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 --> I["<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 --> J["<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 --> K["<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 --> 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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