Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks, etc., of base metal. This chapter includes hand tools, interchangeable tools, machine blades, knives and scissors, nail files, tableware, spoons, forks, etc. However, note that it does not include: similar articles of ceramics, glass, or precious metal (classified in Chapters 69, 70, 71); knives for machines (classified in Chapter 84); and certain specialized tools (such as medical surgical knives, classified in Chapter 90). The core of this chapter is articles of base metal, non-power-driven, for manual operation or use as tableware. Heading 8201 covers: shovels, spades, picks, hoes, forks, rakes, and other hand agricultural and horticultural tools; axes, machetes, and other logging tools; various scissors, pruning shears; and sickles, hay knives, and other harvesting tools. However, note: this heading does not include table forks (classified in 8201? No, table forks are classified in 8215? Wait, look carefully: the forks of 8201 are agricultural forks, garden forks, etc., while table forks are classified in 8215. But for this commodity HS code 820120, subheading 8201.20 is "forks". According to HS notes, the forks of 8201 include agricultural forks, garden forks, pitchforks, etc., but do not include table forks. Therefore, 820120 refers to agricultural or horticultural forks, not table forks. Code 820120 has 6 digits: the first 2 digits "82" represent Chapter 82, namely tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal. The 3rd-4th digits "01" represent heading 8201, namely hand tools (including agricultural, horticultural, forestry, etc.), specifically including shovels, spades, picks, hoes, forks, rakes, etc. The 5th-6th digits "20" represent subheading 8201.20, specifically referring to "forks", including agricultural forks, garden forks, pitchforks, manure forks, etc., but not including table forks (table forks are classified in 8215). Therefore, 820120 specifically refers to agricultural or horticultural forks of base metal. If the commodity is a fork and its use is agricultural, horticultural, forestry, etc. (such as a pitchfork, manure fork, garden fork), it is classified in 820120. If it is a table fork, it should be classified in 8215 (spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake servers, fish knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware). If it is made of precious metal, it is classified in Chapter 71. Therefore, classification requires a comprehensive judgment based on use, material, and size.

Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "agricultural fork", "garden fork", "pitchfork", etc., which must be consistent with the actual item. Material: The material of the declared fork, such as "stainless steel", "iron", "steel", etc., which must be specific to the type of base metal. Use: The main use of the declared fork, such as "agricultural use", "horticultural use", "forestry use", etc., which must correspond to the heading. Brand: The brand of the declared commodity (if any); if there is no brand, fill in "none". Model: The model or specification of the declared commodity, such as "F-001", etc.; if there is no model, fill in "none". Dimensions: The dimensions of the declared fork (such as length, width, etc.), which help distinguish the use. Processing method: The processing method of the declared fork, such as "forging", "stamping", "casting", etc. Product name: agricultural pitchfork; Material: stainless steel; Use: agricultural; Brand: none; Model: none; Dimensions: length 120 cm, width 30 cm; Processing method: forging. Mistakenly classifying a table fork under 820120; it should correctly be classified under 8215. Material declaration is not specific, such as writing only "metal"; it should be specified as "stainless steel", etc. Use declaration is vague, such as writing "household"; it should be specified as "agricultural" or "tableware use".

Core classification criteria: According to HS notes, the forks of 8201 refer to hand tools for agriculture, horticulture, forestry, etc., usually larger in size and sturdy in structure, used for carrying hay, fertilizer, etc. The forks of 8215 are for table use, smaller in size and smooth in surface, used for eating. The material of both is base metal, but use is the decisive factor. In addition, if made of precious metal, they are classified in 7114 or 7115. 8215 Table fork: 8215 is a table fork, small in size, used for eating; 8201 is an agricultural fork, large in size, used for agriculture. 820130 Picks, hoes: 820130 is digging tools such as picks and hoes, with a different shape and the function of digging; 820120 is a fork, used for piercing and lifting. 820140 Axes, machetes: 820140 is a cutting tool with an edge; 820120 is a fork without an edge. 820160 Pruning shears: 820160 is a shearing tool with an edge; 820120 is a fork without an edge. 7323 Iron or steel table and kitchen ware: 7323 is iron or steel table and kitchen ware, but if the fork is tableware it should be classified in 8215; if it is other utensils, it is classified in 7323. Confirm whether the use of the fork is agricultural, horticultural, etc. Confirm whether the material is base metal. Confirm whether the size is suitable for agricultural use. Confirm whether it has an edge or shearing function. Confirm whether it is a table fork.

How can I check the tax rate for HS code 820120? You can check the corresponding import and export tax rates by entering code 820120 on the official website of the General Administration of Customs, the International Trade Single Window, or a professional HS code query platform. Note that tax rates may be adjusted with policy changes, and the latest published rates should prevail. What is the difference between the HS codes for forks and table forks? Forks (agricultural) are classified under 820120, and table forks under 8215. The main difference is use: agricultural forks are used for agriculture and horticulture and are large in size; table forks are used for eating and are small in size. Classification must be judged according to actual use. Which code should a stainless steel garden fork be classified under? A stainless steel garden fork should be classified under 820120 because its use is horticultural and its material is base metal. If it is made of precious metal, it is classified in Chapter 71. What declaration elements are required when declaring 820120? Usually product name, material, use, brand, model, dimensions, processing method, etc. are required. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements; it is recommended to consult a professional customs broker. What is the difference between the fork of 820120 and the pick of 820130? 820120 is a fork, used for piercing and lifting; 820130 is a pick or hoe, used for digging. The shape and function are different, and classification must be judged according to actual use and design. If a fork can be used both for agriculture and as tableware, how should it be classified? Classify according to the principal use. If it is mainly used for agriculture, classify under 820120; if it is mainly used as tableware, classify under 8215. If it cannot be determined, refer to a customs advance classification ruling. What taxes are required to import forks into China? Usually import tariffs and value-added tax are required, and the specific tax rate depends on the country of origin, trade agreements, etc. You can check the customs tariff schedule or consult a customs broker. If forks under 820120 are exported to the EU, is the HS code the same? The first 6 digits of the EU HS code are the same as those of China, both 820120, but the later digits may differ. When exporting, the specific code must be checked according to the EU TARIC.