C-Frame Hydraulic Press
A C-frame hydraulic press is a type of cold metalworking press used for punching, bending, and forming sheet metal in manufacturing operations. It falls under HTS 8462.61.80 as a hydraulic press for cold-working metal, not specified elsewhere in the heading. These presses are commonly employed in automotive part production and metal fabrication shops.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.4% | +35.0% | 39.4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.4% | +10.0% | 14.4% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mechanically operated rather than hydraulic
Mechanical presses for cold metalworking fall under 8462.29, distinguished by drive mechanism.
If imported as parts or accessories only
Individual components like hydraulic cylinders classify separately under parts provisions.
If primarily for semiconductor wafer processing
Specialized presses for semiconductor manufacturing may qualify for Chapter 84 statistical notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify machine specifications match 'cold-working' criteria; hot-working presses classify under different subheadings
• Include detailed technical manuals and CE markings for safety compliance in destination markets
Related Products under HTS 8462.61.80
H-Frame Hydraulic Press
H-frame hydraulic presses provide robust support for high-tonnage cold metalworking tasks such as straightening and punching. Under HTS 8462.61.80 as other hydraulic cold presses, excluding those specified numerically controlled. Widely used in tool and die shops.
Hydraulic Deep Drawing Press
Specialized hydraulic presses for deep drawing sheet metal into complex shapes like fuel tanks. HTS 8462.61.80 classification as other cold hydraulic metalworking presses. Critical for automotive and appliance manufacturing.
Hydraulic Coining Press
High-precision hydraulic presses for coining and embossing fine metal details on components. Under HTS 8462.61.80 as other cold metalworking hydraulic presses. Used for currency production and precision instruments.
Hydraulic Bulge Forming Press
Hydraulic presses using internal pressure for bulge forming metal tubes into complex shapes. Classified HTS 8462.61.80 for other cold hydraulic metal presses. Essential for aerospace tubing.
Hydraulic Assembly Press
Hydraulic presses for precision assembly of metal components under controlled force. HTS 8462.61.80 covers as other cold metalworking hydraulic presses. Common in electronics manufacturing.
Hydraulic Trimming Press
Heavy-duty hydraulic presses for trimming flash from forged metal parts. Under HTS 8462.61.80 as other cold hydraulic presses. Used in die casting follow-up operations.