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Subheading 846290 of the Combined Nomenclature covers other machines for working metal by forming not classified under the remaining subheadings of heading 8462. This is a residual subheading covering machines for forging, stamping, drawing, and other metal forming processes that do not fit under the subheadings for bending machines, shears, punching machines, roll forming machines, and presses. Subheading 846290 includes open-die forging machines without CNC, forging hammers, riveting machines, and other specialised forming machines. Classification is based on the Notes to Chapter 84 CN and heading 8462. The key criterion is the metal forming function and the fact that the machine does not fit any of the more specific subheadings. Classification follows the General Rules for the Interpretation of the CN, particularly Rules 1 and 6. Where doubt exists, Binding Tariff Information ruling should be sought.

Importing machines under subheading 846290 into the EU is subject to the Union Customs Code (Regulation (EU) No 952/2013) and the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230. Machines must bear the CE marking, have an EU declaration of conformity, and include operating instructions in the official language of the destination country. Forming machines are subject to harmonised standards in the EN ISO 16092 series and standards specific to individual machine types. Importers must hold an EORI number and file a customs declaration with the correct CN code. Import documentation includes the commercial invoice, technical specification, transport documents, and proof of origin for preferential rates. Forging hammers are subject to additional standards for impact equipment safety. Electrically powered machines are subject to the LVD Directive 2014/35/EU. MFN duty rates and trade measures should be verified in TARIC before importing.

Machines under subheading 846290 are used in forges, metallurgical plants, shipyards, and mechanical engineering works. Forging hammers are used for open-die forging of steel, copper, and aluminium forgings. Riveting machines are used in manufacturing steel structures and boilers. Other specialised forming machines may be used for swaging, expanding, flanging, and other metal forming processes. For customs classification, it is important to distinguish these machines from presses (subheadings 846242 to 846269), bending machines and shears (subheadings 846221 to 846239), and from metal-cutting machine tools (headings 8456 to 8461). Machines under subheading 846290 cover equipment whose operating principle or technological function does not fit any of the specific subheadings of heading 8462. Correct classification requires detailed analysis of machine construction and function. Importers should verify duty rates in TARIC.

Metal forming machines under CN 8462 90 are subject to stringent safety standards due to high pressing forces and crushing risks. Standards EN 692 (mechanical presses) and EN 693 (hydraulic presses) specify requirements for guards, two-hand control systems, light curtains and cycle monitoring. The Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 requires CE marking and risk assessment documentation. Presses exceeding 1000 kN force may be subject to dual-use controls for defence applications.