C-Frame Hydraulic Press

A C-frame hydraulic press is a machine tool used for cold working metal by applying hydraulic pressure to form, punch, or assemble metal parts. It falls under HTS 8462.61.80.90 as a hydraulic press for cold metalworking, not specified elsewhere in the heading. Commonly used in automotive and appliance manufacturing for precision stamping.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+35.0%39.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪Germany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇯🇵Japan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8462Same rate: 39.4%

If numerically controlled (CNC)

CNC hydraulic presses are classified separately under 8462.99 for machine tools with numerical control.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 39.4%

If used for semiconductor wafer processing

Presses specialized for semiconductor manufacturing like wafer grinding fall under Chapter 84 statistical notes for semiconductor equipment.

8422.19.00.00Lower: 35% vs 39.4%

If primarily for hydraulic power transmission testing

General hydraulic jacks or presses not specifically for metalworking shift to hydraulic machinery heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify machine specifications confirm hydraulic operation and cold metalworking to avoid reclassification to pneumatic or mechanical presses

Provide detailed technical drawings and end-use certificates to demonstrate compliance with Chapter 84 notes

Ensure CE marking or equivalent safety certifications for hydraulic systems to prevent customs holds

Related Products under HTS 8462.61.80.90

Four-Column Hydraulic Press

Four-column hydraulic presses provide stable vertical force for cold forming, straightening, and assembly of metal components in industrial applications. Classified under HTS 8462.61.80.90 as other hydraulic presses for cold metalworking. Ideal for high-tonnage operations in aerospace and heavy machinery sectors.

H-Frame Hydraulic Press

H-frame hydraulic presses offer robust construction for cold metalworking operations like bending, punching, and deep drawing of sheet metal. HTS 8462.61.80.90 covers this as other hydraulic cold metalworking presses. Widely used in fabrication shops for custom metal parts production.

Straight-Side Hydraulic Press

Straight-side hydraulic presses deliver uniform pressure distribution for precision cold forming of large metal sheets and components. Falls under HTS 8462.61.80.90 for other hydraulic cold metalworking presses. Essential for automotive body panel production and heavy equipment manufacturing.

Arch Frame Hydraulic Press

Arch frame hydraulic presses provide open access for loading large metal workpieces requiring cold forming or straightening operations. Classified HTS 8462.61.80.90 as other cold metalworking hydraulic presses. Used in shipbuilding and structural steel fabrication.

Gap Frame Hydraulic Press

Gap frame hydraulic presses feature open-side design for easy metal workpiece insertion in cold punching and forming operations. HTS 8462.61.80.90 designation for other hydraulic cold metal presses. Popular in electronics chassis manufacturing.

Hydraulic Coining Press

Hydraulic coining presses create precise metal impressions and high-relief patterns through cold extreme pressure forming. Falls under HTS 8462.61.80.90 as specialized other hydraulic cold metalworking presses. Used for minting, medallions, and precision components.