U.S. imports of Numerically Controlled Press Brakes for Flat Metal Products (HS 846223) totaled $17.6M in August 2026, imported from 18 countries.
Importers of Numerically Controlled Press Brakes for Flat Metal Products paid $2.0M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 11.19% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Numerically Controlled Press Brakes for Flat Metal Products imports of $17.6M in August 2026 ran 36% above the year-to-date monthly average of $13.0M.
Last updated: August 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.
Subheading 2 of 20 in heading 8462
Subheading 846223 · $17.6M of $156.0M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8462230050 | Press Brakes, Mtl Forming, N/C, NESOI | $17.6M | 11.11% | 100.00% | $2.0M |
| 8462230010 | Press Brakes, Mtl Forming, N/C, Used or Rebuilt | $67K | 33.15% | 100.00% | $22K |
| 8462230020 | Press Brakes, N/C, New, Under $3,025 | — | -- | -- | -- |
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 | $654K |
| 8462230010 | Press Brakes, Mtl Forming, N/C, Used or Rebuilt | $37K |
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.
ImportsExports
Imports
$17.6MYoY · free account
Exports
$691KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $139.9M of Numerically Controlled Press Brakes for Flat Metal Products and exported $22.6M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Austria and Italy together supply 63% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
duty collected equals 11.19% of imports for consumption.