HS Code for CNC Punch Press Machines
The HS Code for cnc punch press machines is 846241. The MFN duty rate for importing to the US is 4.4%.
| HS Code (6-digit) | 846241 |
|---|---|
| US Duty Rate (MFN) | 4.4% |
| EU Duty Rate (MFN) | 2.7% |
| Chapter | 84 |
| Heading | 8462 |
| Last Updated | 2026-05 |
Description
Punching or notching machines for working metal, numerically controlled
HS Code 846241 covers CNC metal punching or notching machines with a US duty rate of 4.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the specific import restrictions for CNC Punch Press Machines (HTS 846241) entering the United States?
Importers must ensure the machine complies with U.S. machine safety standards, including relevant OSHA regulations and UL/ANSI standards. Furthermore, if the CNC controller contains encryption software, a Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) encryption review submission may be required prior to export.
How does the primary material the CNC punch press works with affect its HTS classification under 8462.41?
HTS 8462.41 specifically covers machines for working *metal*, so the classification is correct for machines designed to punch or notch steel, aluminum, or other metal sheets or plates. If the machine is primarily designed or adapted for working non-metallic materials (e.g., plastics, composites), it would typically be classified elsewhere, such as under heading 8465 for machine tools for working stone, ceramics, or similar hard materials.
Similar or Confused HTS Codes
CNC Punch Presses under 8462.41 are sometimes mistakenly classified under 8462.31 for 'Other bending, folding, straightening or flattening machines (including presses) for working metal'. The key distinction is that a punch press primarily creates holes or shapes via shearing, not bending. Multi-function 'punch/fiber laser combination' machines are also frequently misclassified; if the punching function is the primary purpose, 8462.41 applies, while a primarily laser-cutting machine belongs in 8456.11. Additionally, simpler, non-CNC (manually controlled) turret punch presses fall under 8462.49 as 'Other punching or notching machines'.
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