Machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, not numerically controlled

HS v2022 Code: 846259

About machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, not numerically controlled

HS code 846259 covers a range of machine tools used for working with metal tubes, pipes, hollow sections, and bars. These versatile machines play a crucial role in various manufacturing industries, enabling the shaping, cutting, and processing of metal components essential for a wide array of products. As a key part of the broader metalworking machinery sector, this industry contributes significantly to the global economy, supporting the production of everything from automotive parts to industrial equipment.

Production process

The primary production techniques used in this industry involve the use of specialized machine tools to manipulate metal workpieces. This can include processes such as turning, boring, milling, and drilling, which are used to shape the metal into the desired form. Many of these machines are designed to handle a variety of metal types and sizes, allowing for flexibility in production. The use of advanced control systems, including both manual and automated options, ensures precision and efficiency in the manufacturing process.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for this industry include the metal workpieces, such as tubes, pipes, hollow sections, and bars, which are typically made from materials like steel, aluminum, or other alloys. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of cutting tools, lubricants, and other consumables to facilitate the metalworking processes. Specialized machinery, such as lathes, milling machines, and drilling equipment, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the processed metal components, which can be used in a wide range of applications. These components may be incorporated into 870000 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers, 842000 Machinery and mechanical appliances, 731000 Articles of iron or steel, and other related industries. The versatility of the machine tools covered by HS code 846259 allows for the production of a diverse array of metal parts and products, contributing to the overall manufacturing capabilities of the global economy.

Revisions to 846259

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 846259. The most recent 1 version of this code (846259) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 846259.

Family tree for machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, not 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/v2022/846259'>846259: Machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, not 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/v2022/846251'>846251: Machine-tools; for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), for working metal, 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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