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U.S. imports of numerically controlled press brakes for flat metal products (HS 846223) totaled $19.6M in July 2026, traded with 17 countries.
Importers of Numerically Controlled Press Brakes for Flat Metal Products paid $2.9M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $19.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Numerically Controlled Press Brakes for Flat Metal Products imports of $19.6M in July 2026 ran 59% above the year-to-date monthly average of $12.3M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataNumerically controlled press brakes are among the most widely deployed sheet-metal fabrication machines, bending flat metal blanks to precise angles under programmable control — a capability central to enclosure manufacturing, HVAC ductwork, and structural fabrication. Austria leads US import supply under this heading, a reflection of the globally recognized Austrian press-brake industry, with Japan and Turkey also significant sources. The four 10-digit lines follow the standard NC machine matrix: used or rebuilt (8462230010), new under $3,025 (8462230020), and two NESOI lines for larger new machines (8462230050 and 8462230060).
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Austria is home to several globally prominent press-brake manufacturers whose CNC bending machines are widely specified by precision sheet-metal fabricators. These machines are known for high repeatability, advanced angle-measurement systems, and integration with CAD/CAM software — features that command premium pricing and strong brand loyalty in the US market.
A retrofitted machine's classification depends on its condition at the time of importation. If the machine is being imported as a used or rebuilt unit with a CNC retrofit, it would generally fall under 8462230010 (used or rebuilt NC press brakes). CBP may request documentation of the retrofit — such as the controller manufacturer's certificate and installation records — to confirm the NC designation. Consulting a licensed customs broker before entry is advisable for retrofitted equipment.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8462230050 | Press Brakes, Mtl Forming, N/C, NESOI | $19.4M | 14.82% | 97.64% | $2.9M |
| 8462230010 | Press Brakes, Mtl Forming, N/C, Used or Rebuilt | $167K | 6.89% | 47.82% | $12K |
| 8462230020 | Press Brakes, N/C, New, Under $3,025 | $0 | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8462230060 | Press Brakes, Mtl Forming, N/C, NESOI | $2.1M |
| 8462230010 | Press Brakes, Mtl Forming, N/C, Used or Rebuilt | $631K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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Imports
$19.6MYoY · Pro
Exports
$2.7MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
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Japan and Austria together supply 44% of it.
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rate provision · imports
2.8% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 14.76%.