HS Code:
Dividing heads are precision tools used in machining to divide a workpiece into equal parts or angles, commonly utilized in milling, grinding, and drilling operations. They fall under HS Code 8466.30, which includes parts and accessories for machine tools. These devices are critical in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing for producing gears, splines, and other complex components. Global trade in dividing heads reflects the demand for high-precision manufacturing equipment, driven by industrialization and technological advancements in manufacturing processes.
Total Trade Volume
USD 150 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect domestic industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for CNC-compatible dividing heads
Increased adoption in automated manufacturing, driving trade volumes in high-tech markets like Germany and Japan
2021-2022
Shift towards cost-effective production in Asia
Growing exports from China and Taiwan, impacting pricing and competition globally
2020-2022
Sustainability in manufacturing processes
Pressure on manufacturers to produce energy-efficient and durable dividing heads, influencing buyer preferences
2022
The European Union introduced anti-dumping duties on dividing heads from select Asian countries to protect domestic manufacturers from unfairly priced imports.
March 2023
Potential increase in costs for EU importers, redirection of trade flows to other regions
Leading manufacturers in Germany and Japan unveiled new models of dividing heads with integrated digital controls for enhanced precision.
September 2022
Boost in demand for high-end products, strengthening market positions of Germany and Japan
Negotiations between the US and China included discussions on reducing tariffs for machine tool accessories, including dividing heads.
January 2023
Possible reduction in trade barriers, facilitating increased exports from China to the US