8465.94.00.45 - Cold

This HTS classification, 8465.94.00.45, specifically designates "Cold" presses designed for woodworking. These machines are engineered to apply pressure, typically using pneumatic or hydraulic systems, to join or shape wood components without the application of heat during the pressing process. Their primary function is to secure glued joints or to form wooden pieces under significant force, ensuring structural integrity and desired shapes.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 8465.94.00.55 "Other," the "Cold" designation is crucial. While both are woodworking presses under the broader category of bending or assembling machines, this specific subcategory excludes presses that utilize heat, such as hot presses or those incorporating steam or other heating elements for material modification. The distinction lies solely in the absence of a heating component during the operational cycle.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this code hinges on confirming the machine's primary application in woodworking and its operation under cold pressing principles, excluding any machinery that incorporates heating elements for assembly or shaping. Examples include hydraulic veneer presses used for cold lamination or pneumatic clamps designed for structural wood assembly where heat is not a factor.