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NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOF›Machine tools for working any material by removal of material, by laser or other light or photon beam, ultrasonic, electrodischarge, electrochemical, electron beam, ionic-beam or plasma arc processes; water-jet cutting machines

Water-jet cutting machines

Standard EU duty
1.7%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
53 docs
C067Y069Y949X060X061X062+47
Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty1.7%-R1821/16
Preferences
AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%
Notes
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
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Binding Tariff Information

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BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Definition and scope of subheading 8456 50

Subheading 8456 50 of the Combined Nomenclature covers machine tools for working any material by water-jet processes, operating by removal of material. These machines use a water jet under very high pressure (up to 6000 bar) to cut materials. This subheading includes pure waterjet machines for soft materials, abrasive waterjet machines for metals, stone, glass and composites, CNC waterjet machining centres with multi-axis control and waterjet systems for precision machining. Waterjet cutting is a non-thermal process, which eliminates heat-affected zones. Classification follows the GRI of the CN. Subheading 8456 50 belongs to heading 8456 covering special-purpose machine tools.

Import requirements and regulations for waterjet machines (8456 50)

Importing waterjet cutting machines under subheading 8456 50 into the European Union requires compliance with the Union Customs Code (Regulation (EU) No 952/2013). The importer must hold an EORI number and submit a customs declaration. Waterjet machines fall under the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, requiring an EU declaration of conformity and CE marking. Harmonised standards EN ISO 16090 for machine tools form the basis for conformity assessment. Waterjet machines operate at extremely high pressures, requiring specific safety measures: splash guards, pressure interlocks, automatic shut-off in case of failure and safeguards against uncontrolled jet movement. Customs documentation includes a commercial invoice, transport document, technical specification with cutting parameters (pressure, nozzle diameter, abrasive type), operating instructions and certificate of origin. Duty rates should be verified in TARIC.

Duty rates and trade measures for subheading 8456 50

MFN duty rates for waterjet machines under subheading 8456 50 should be verified in the current TARIC database. Preferential rates may be available under EU FTAs and the GSP. Application of preferential rates requires documented proof of origin. Waterjet cutting machines are used across numerous industries: aerospace, automotive, stone processing, food industry and composite material machining. Major manufacturers are based in the USA, Italy, Germany and China. Importers should check TARIC for any anti-dumping duties on waterjet machines from the relevant country. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to EU sanctions restrictions. Import VAT applies at the national rate. All current rates should be verified in TARIC.

Dual-use controls for advanced machinery CN 8456 50

Water-jet cutting machine tools under CN 8456 50 may be subject to dual-use goods controls per Regulation (EU) 2021/821. Machines for special material processing (laser, EDM, ECM) with parameters exceeding Annex I thresholds (positioning accuracy, laser power) require export authorisation and may face end-use controls on import. The control checklist includes technical parameters: positioning accuracy of 6 micrometres or better, laser power output, material removal rates. Imports from EU-sanctioned countries are prohibited. Importers must verify dual-use status before purchase.

Frequently asked questions

What machines are classified under subheading 8456 50?
Subheading 8456 50 covers waterjet cutting machine tools. This includes pure waterjet machines for soft materials, abrasive waterjet machines for metals, stone and composites, and CNC waterjet machining centres. Waterjet cutting is non-thermal and does not create heat-affected zones. Duty rates should be verified in TARIC.
Do waterjet machines (8456 50) require CE marking?
Waterjet cutting machines under subheading 8456 50 fall under Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 and require CE marking. The manufacturer must prepare an EU declaration of conformity and conduct risk assessment. Machines must have splash guards, pressure interlocks and automatic shut-off systems. Absence of CE marking prevents placing on the EU market.
What documents are required for importing waterjet machines (8456 50)?
Importing waterjet machines under subheading 8456 50 requires: a commercial invoice, transport document (B/L, CMR or AWB), EORI number, technical specification with cutting parameters (pressure, nozzle diameter), CE declaration of conformity and operating instructions. A certificate of origin is needed for preferential rates. Duty rates should be verified in TARIC.
How to check dual-use status of machinery under CN 8456 50?
The dual-use status of machinery under CN 8456 50 is checked by comparing technical parameters (accuracy, power, performance) against Annex I thresholds of Regulation (EU) 2021/821.

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