Machine tools (including presses) for working metal by forging, hammering or die forging (excluding rolling mills); machine tools (including presses, slitting lines and cut-to-length lines) for working metal by bending, folding, straightening, flattening, shearing, punching, notching or nibbling (excluding draw-benches); presses for working metal or metal carbides, not specified above

Heading 8462 covers machine tools (including presses) for working metal by forging, hammering or die-stamping, excluding rolling mills. It also includes machine tools for bending, folding, straightening, flattening, shearing, punching, notching or nibbling metal, including slitting lines and cut-to-length lines. This heading also covers presses for working metals or metal carbides not elsewhere specified. EU customs duty rates for heading 8462 machines range from 0% to 2.7%. CNC hydraulic and mechanical presses often benefit from a zero rate. Import requires compliance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, including CE marking. Heading 8462 is part of Chapter 84 (machinery, mechanical and electrical equipment) of the Combined Nomenclature (CN) used in the European Union. This classification is based on the Harmonized System (HS) developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO), which is used in over 200 countries worldwide. The EU Combined Nomenclature extends the HS with additional 8-digit subheadings, while the TARIC system adds 10-digit codes for identifying specific trade measures. Each 4-digit heading such as 8462 is subdivided into 6-digit (HS), 8-digit (CN) and 10-digit (TARIC) subheadings that specify the type of goods for the purpose of applying the correct duty rates, trade measures and regulatory requirements. Correct determination of the 10-digit code is essential for establishing the amount of customs duties and taxes, as well as required permits and certificates.

EU customs duty rates for heading 8462 machines range from 0% to 2.7%. CNC hydraulic and mechanical presses often benefit from a zero rate. Import requires compliance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, including CE marking. High-force presses may require additional safety documentation. CNC presses often qualify for a zero duty rate - determine the exact tariff subheading in TARIC. Import of hydraulic presses requires compliance documentation with Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and CE marking. When importing slitting lines, all line components should be included in a single customs declaration. Large machine tools may require special transport - factor logistics costs into the import calculation. When importing goods under heading 8462 into the European Union, attention must be paid to applicable duty rates, which depend on the specific subheading (8- or 10-digit code) and the country of origin. MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rates apply to imports from countries with which the EU does not have preferential trade agreements. Current rates can be checked in the EU TARIC database on the European Commission website. Import of goods under heading 8462 may benefit from preferential duty rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) concluded by the EU with third countries, the Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) for developing countries, or autonomous tariff suspensions. Claiming preferences requires presentation of appropriate proof of origin (EUR.1 certificate, origin declaration, REX certificate or statement on origin under the registered exporter system).

Heading 8462 covers machine tools for forming metal by bending, folding, straightening, shearing, punching, stamping, or forging. Key: plastic deformation, not cutting. Includes hydraulic presses, press brakes, and CNC turret punches. Common mistake: laser cutting is 8456, not 8462.