HS Code 8455
Metal-rolling Mills and Casting Rolls
HS code 8455 covers industrial metal-rolling mills and their associated rolls used for shaping metal products like sheets, bars, and rods in high-capacity found
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HS Code 8455 — Metal-rolling Mills and Casting Rolls
This code covers industrial machinery used to reduce the thickness or change the shape of metal through rolling. It includes both the heavy-duty rolling mills themselves and the individual cast-iron or steel rolls used within them.
What's included
- Hot-rolling mills
- Cold-rolling mills
- Tube-rolling mills
- Cast-iron rolls for mills
- Forged steel rolls
What's excluded
- Metal-casting machines → use
8454(These machines pour molten metal into moulds rather than rolling solid metal.)
Common examples
- Reversing cold-rolling mill
- Finished steel roll for sheet metal mill
- Continuous casting and rolling line
- Aluminium foil rolling machine
Frequently asked questions
Do spare rolls for the machines fall under this code?
Yes, HS 8455 specifically includes the rolls used in the mills as separate components.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Mill weights often require specific heavy-lift transport permits and detailed technical specifications for customs valuation.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Germany, China, Italy, Japan
- Top importers: India, United States, Turkey
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Key takeaway
Covers the entire mill assembly and the specific heavy-duty rolls used to shape metal by compression.
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