8462.59.00.20 - Other, valued under $3,025 each

This HTS category, 8462.59.00.20, covers a specific subset of machines designed for working with metal tubes, pipes, hollow sections, and bars, excluding presses. These machines are used for operations such as bending, folding, straightening, flattening, shearing, punching, notching, or nibbling. The defining characteristic of this classification is that the individual machines are valued at less than $3,025 each. This value threshold is a critical factor for accurate classification.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 8462.59.00.10, which is specifically designated for machines that are used or rebuilt. While both categories fall under the broader classification of machines for working tube, pipe, hollow section and bar (excluding presses), the key differentiator is the condition of the machinery. Furthermore, it differs from 8462.59.00.50, which covers other machines within this group that do not meet the specific value criteria of this subcategory.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification into 8462.59.00.20 hinges on the machine's function (working metal tubes, pipes, hollow sections, and bars through specified operations), its exclusion of press functionality, and its individual unit value falling below the specified monetary threshold. This precise valuation is paramount to avoid misclassification with higher-valued items or used/rebuilt equipment.