HS Code 8458
Metal-removing Lathes and Turning Centres
HS code 8458 covers horizontal and vertical lathes designed for removing metal by rotating the workpiece against a cutting tool, including CNC turning centres.
HS Code 8458 — Metal-removing Lathes and Turning Centres
Lathes are machine tools that rotate a metal workpiece against a cutting tool to create cylindrical shapes. This includes manual lathes as well as advanced CNC turning centres used for precision metal components.
What's included
- Horizontal lathes
- Vertical lathes
- CNC turning centres
- Automatic lathes
- Engine lathes
What's excluded
- Woodworking lathes → use
8465(Lathes for wood, bone, or hard plastics fall under heading 8465.)
Common examples
- CNC Horizontal Lathe
- Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL)
- Swiss-type automatic lathe
- Manual metal lathe
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a lathe and a machining centre?
In a lathe (8458), the workpiece rotates. In a machining centre (8457), the tool typically rotates while the workpiece remains stationary or moves on an axis.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 4.2%
- Documentation: Often requires 'End Use Statement' to ensure the machine isn't used for prohibited nuclear or missile technology.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Japan, Germany, Taiwan, China
- Top importers: United States, Russia, Thailand
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Key takeaway
Specific to machines where the primary action is turning (rotating) a metal workpiece to remove material.
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