HS Code 8515
Electric Welding and Soldering Machines
HS code 8515 covers electric, laser, or ultrasonic welding and soldering machines, as well as electric apparatus for hot spraying of metals or carbides.
HS Code 8515 — Electric Welding and Soldering Machines
This category covers equipment used to join metals together using heat, laser, or electric current. It includes soldering irons for electronics and heavy-duty arc welding machines for construction. It also covers machines that spray molten metal or carbides onto surfaces.
What's included
- Arc welding machines
- Soldering irons and stations
- Spot welding robots
- Laser welding machines
- Resistance welding apparatus
What's excluded
- Gas welding equipment → use
8468(Non-electric (gas-operated) welding machinery is in 8468.)
Common examples
- Miller Electric MIG Welder
- Weller Soldering Station
- Lincoln Electric Arc Welder
- Handheld Laser Welding Gun
Frequently asked questions
Are electrodes classified here?
No, consumables like welding electrodes are usually classified by their material or in heading 8311.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 3%
- Documentation: Robotic welders may be subject to different classifications depending on their degree of automation.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, Austria
- Top importers: United States, Mexico, India
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Key takeaway
Covers both precision electronic soldering and heavy industrial welding; excludes gas-powered torches.
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