Machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, numerically controlled

HS v2022 Code: 846251

About machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, numerically controlled

HS code 846251 covers a critical segment of the metalworking industry, encompassing machine-tools used for processing tubes, pipes, hollow sections, and bars. These specialized machines play a vital role in the manufacturing of a wide range of metal products, from automotive components to industrial equipment. Their numerical control capabilities enable precise, efficient, and automated production, making them an essential part of modern manufacturing processes.

Production process

Machine-tools classified under HS code 846251 typically utilize computer numerical control (CNC) technology to perform various metalworking operations, such as cutting, drilling, and shaping. These machines are programmed to execute precise movements and operations, allowing for the efficient and consistent processing of metal components. The use of CNC technology enables manufacturers to achieve high levels of accuracy, repeatability, and productivity, making these machine-tools an integral part of advanced manufacturing workflows.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of machine-tools under HS code 846251 include high-quality metal alloys, such as steel and aluminum, as well as specialized components like motors, controllers, and cutting tools. Additionally, these machines often require advanced software and control systems to enable their precise numerical control capabilities. Manufacturers in this industry also rely on skilled technicians and engineers to design, assemble, and maintain these specialized machine-tools.

Production outputs

Machine-tools classified under HS code 846251 are used to produce a wide range of metal components and products, including 870323 Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons, 842199 Machinery for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers; machinery for filling, closing, sealing, capsuling or labelling bottles, cans, boxes, bags or other containers; machinery for aerating beverages; washing machines for domestic use, and 842489 Machinery for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers; machinery for filling, closing, sealing, capsuling or labelling bottles, cans, boxes, bags or other containers; machinery for aerating beverages; washing machines for domestic use. These machine-tools are essential for the manufacturing of various industrial and consumer goods, making them a critical component of the global economy.

Revisions to 846251

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 846251. The most recent 1 version of this code (846251) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 846251.

Family tree for machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, numerically controlled

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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/v2022/846251'>846251: Machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, numerically controlled</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/v2022/846232'>846232: Machine-tools; slitting lines and cut-to-length lines, for working metal</a>"]
B --> M["<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 --> N["<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 --> O["<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 --> P["<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 --> 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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