HS Code 8465
Wood and Hard Material Working Machine Tools
HS code 8465 covers machine tools for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, and hard plastics, including equipment for sawing, drilling, and multi-stage assemb
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HS Code 8465 — Wood and Hard Material Working Machine Tools
This code covers industrial machinery used to process wood, cork, bone, hard plastics, and hard rubber. It includes equipment for sawing, planning, milling, and specialized tasks like nailing, stapling, or glueing these materials during assembly.
What's included
- Planing and milling machines
- Woodworking lathes
- Drilling and morticing machines
- Industrial pneumatic stapling machines
- Hard plastic grinding machines
What's excluded
- Hand-held power tools → use
8467(Heading 8465 is specifically for stationary or bench-mounted machine tools.) - Water-jet cutting machines → use
8456(These are classified by the process of material removal rather than the material worked.)
Common examples
- CNC Wood Router
- Industrial band saw for timber
- Pneumatic pallet nailing machine
- Heavy duty wood thicknessing planer
Frequently asked questions
Does this code cover machines that work with metal?
No, machines for working metal or cermets are classified earlier in Chapter 84, typically under headings 8456 to 8463.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 4.5%
- Documentation: Technical specifications and brochures required to confirm the material handling capabilities.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Germany, China, Italy, Taiwan
- Top importers: United States, Vietnam, Canada, Poland
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Key takeaway
Covers stationary machines for hard non-metal materials like wood and plastic.
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