Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal, including hand tools, power-operated tools, knives, scissors, nail clippers, razors, etc. Tools of this chapter are generally used for machining, agriculture, horticulture, household, etc., but exclude mechanical appliances of Chapter 16 and machinery of Chapter 84. Heading 8202 covers hand saws and saw blades, and is one of the important headings of this chapter. Heading 8202 includes hand saws (such as hand saws, bow saws) and various saw blades (including band saw blades, circular saw blades, chain saw blades, etc.), but excludes saw blades for machine tools (classified under 8202 or 8466, etc.). Band saw blades, as a type of saw blade, are mainly used for cutting metal, wood, plastics, etc., and their classification is based on material, use and whether power-operated. First 2 digits 82: Chapter 82, tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal. Digits 3-4 02: Heading 8202, hand saws and saw blades (including band saw blades, circular saw blades, chain saw blades, etc.). Digits 5-6 12: Subheading 820212, specifically band saw blades. Among them, subheading 8202.12 specifically refers to band saw blades, distinguished from other saw blades such as circular saw blades (8202.20), chain saw blades (8202.40), etc. Band saw blades are usually annular or strip-shaped, used for band saw machines. The product is a band saw blade, which belongs to a type of saw blade and is made of base metal, conforming to the description of heading 8202. Band saw blades are mainly used for mechanical cutting, but because they are saw blades rather than complete machines, they are classified under 8202 rather than 8465 or 8466. At the same time, unlike circular saw blades (8202.20) and chain saw blades (8202.40), band saw blades have a dedicated subheading 820212.
Chapter
Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal, including hand tools, power-operated tools, knives, scissors, nail clippers, razors, etc. Tools of this chapter are generally used for machining, agriculture, horticulture, household, etc., but exclude mechanical appliances of Chapter 16 and machinery of Chapter 84. Heading 8202 covers hand saws and saw blades, and is one of the important headings of this chapter.
Heading
Heading 8202 includes hand saws (such as hand saws, bow saws) and various saw blades (including band saw blades, circular saw blades, chain saw blades, etc.), but excludes saw blades for machine tools (classified under 8202 or 8466, etc.). Band saw blades, as a type of saw blade, are mainly used for cutting metal, wood, plastics, etc., and their classification is based on material, use and whether power-operated.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 82: Chapter 82, tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal. Digits 3-4 02: Heading 8202, hand saws and saw blades (including band saw blades, circular saw blades, chain saw blades, etc.). Digits 5-6 12: Subheading 820212, specifically band saw blades. Among them, subheading 8202.12 specifically refers to band saw blades, distinguished from other saw blades such as circular saw blades (8202.20), chain saw blades (8202.40), etc. Band saw blades are usually annular or strip-shaped, used for band saw machines.
Classification Basis
The product is a band saw blade, which belongs to a type of saw blade and is made of base metal, conforming to the description of heading 8202. Band saw blades are mainly used for mechanical cutting, but because they are saw blades rather than complete machines, they are classified under 8202 rather than 8465 or 8466. At the same time, unlike circular saw blades (8202.20) and chain saw blades (8202.40), band saw blades have a dedicated subheading 820212.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Declare the product name, which should be accurately filled in as "band saw blade", avoiding colloquial terms such as "saw blade" or "band saw". Material: Declare the material of the band saw blade, such as high-speed steel, carbon steel, alloy steel, etc. The material affects classification and tax rate. Use: Explain the main use of the band saw blade, such as cutting metal, wood, plastics, etc., and for what kind of machine it is used. Brand: Declare the brand name; if there is no brand, indicate "no brand". Model: Declare the specific model to facilitate identification of specifications. Specifications and Dimensions: Declare dimensional parameters such as length, width, thickness, tooth pitch of the band saw blade. Processing Method: Explain whether the band saw blade has undergone processing such as welding, toothing, etc., such as "toothed" or "not toothed". Whether in Coils: Declare whether the band saw blade is packaged in coils; coiled and straight strips may affect classification. Product Name: Band saw blade; Material: High-speed steel; Use: For metal cutting band saw machine; Brand: WIKUS; Model: M42; Specifications and Dimensions: Length 3000mm, Width 27mm, Thickness 0.9mm, Tooth pitch 4/6T; Processing Method: Toothed; Whether in Coils: In coils. Material not specified, only writing "steel", which may lead to classification disputes. Use filled in too generally, such as "for cutting", should be specific to the cutting object. Ignoring processing method (such as whether toothed), affecting subheading determination.
Product Name
Declare the product name, which should be accurately filled in as "band saw blade", avoiding colloquial terms such as "saw blade" or "band saw".
⚠️ Filling in "saw blade" or "band saw machine blade", without specifying "band saw blade".
Material
Declare the material of the band saw blade, such as high-speed steel, carbon steel, alloy steel, etc. The material affects classification and tax rate.
⚠️ Only writing "steel", without specifying the type of steel.
Use
Explain the main use of the band saw blade, such as cutting metal, wood, plastics, etc., and for what kind of machine it is used.
⚠️ Filling in "for cutting", which is too general.
Brand
Declare the brand name; if there is no brand, indicate "no brand".
⚠️ Confusing brand with trademark, or omitting the brand.
Model
Declare the specific model to facilitate identification of specifications.
⚠️ Incomplete model filling or inconsistency with the actual product.
Specifications and Dimensions
Declare dimensional parameters such as length, width, thickness, tooth pitch of the band saw blade.
⚠️ Only writing length, ignoring width and tooth pitch.
Processing Method
Explain whether the band saw blade has undergone processing such as welding, toothing, etc., such as "toothed" or "not toothed".
⚠️ Not indicating whether it is toothed, affecting classification.
Whether in Coils
Declare whether the band saw blade is packaged in coils; coiled and straight strips may affect classification.
⚠️ Ignoring packaging form, leading to classification errors.
Example： Product Name: Band saw blade; Material: High-speed steel; Use: For metal cutting band saw machine; Brand: WIKUS; Model: M42; Specifications and Dimensions: Length 3000mm, Width 27mm, Thickness 0.9mm, Tooth pitch 4/6T; Processing Method: Toothed; Whether in Coils: In coils.
Common Mistakes：
Material not specified, only writing "steel", which may lead to classification disputes.
Use filled in too generally, such as "for cutting", should be specific to the cutting object.
Ignoring processing method (such as whether toothed), affecting subheading determination.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: Band saw blades are saw blades of base metal and are for band saw machines, conforming to the description of heading 8202 "hand saws and saw blades". According to HS notes, 8202 includes various saw blades, such as band saw blades, circular saw blades, chain saw blades, etc., but excludes saw blades for machine tools (if as machine tool accessories, may be classified under 8466). Band saw blades are usually classified under 8202.12 because they are band saw blades with a specific name. 820220 Circular saw blades: Circular saw blades are circular, used for circular saw machines; band saw blades are annular or strip-shaped, used for band saw machines. The two differ in shape and use and are classified under different subheadings. 820240 Chain saw blades: Chain saw blades are chain-type, used for chain saws; band saw blades are strip-shaped, used for band saw machines. The structure and working method are different. 846692 Parts for band saw machines: If band saw blades are imported as dedicated parts for band saw machines, they may be classified under 8466, but according to classification principles, saw blades are usually classified under 8202 unless they are clearly machine parts. 820299 Other saw blades: 820299 is for other saw blades not elsewhere specified, while band saw blades have a specific name 820212 and should be classified under the specific name first. Is it clearly a band saw blade, rather than a circular saw blade or chain saw blade? Is the material base metal? Is it used for band saw machines? Is it toothed? Is it in coils or straight strips?
Basis
Core basis for classification: Band saw blades are saw blades of base metal and are for band saw machines, conforming to the description of heading 8202 "hand saws and saw blades". According to HS notes, 8202 includes various saw blades, such as band saw blades, circular saw blades, chain saw blades, etc., but excludes saw blades for machine tools (if as machine tool accessories, may be classified under 8466). Band saw blades are usually classified under 8202.12 because they are band saw blades with a specific name.
Confused Codes：
820220 - Circular saw blades
Circular saw blades are circular, used for circular saw machines; band saw blades are annular or strip-shaped, used for band saw machines. The two differ in shape and use and are classified under different subheadings.
820240 - Chain saw blades
Chain saw blades are chain-type, used for chain saws; band saw blades are strip-shaped, used for band saw machines. The structure and working method are different.
846692 - Parts for band saw machines
If band saw blades are imported as dedicated parts for band saw machines, they may be classified under 8466, but according to classification principles, saw blades are usually classified under 8202 unless they are clearly machine parts.
820299 - Other saw blades
820299 is for other saw blades not elsewhere specified, while band saw blades have a specific name 820212 and should be classified under the specific name first.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it clearly a band saw blade, rather than a circular saw blade or chain saw blade?
✓ Is the material base metal?
✓ Is it used for band saw machines?
✓ Is it toothed?
✓ Is it in coils or straight strips?
❓ FAQ
Are band saw blades and circular saw blades classified under the same heading? They are both classified under heading 8202, but under different subheadings: band saw blades are 820212, circular saw blades are 820220. When declaring, they must be accurately distinguished based on shape and use. If band saw blades are used for machine tools, are they classified under 8466? According to HS classification principles, saw blades are usually classified under 8202, even if used for machine tools. However, if band saw blades are imported as dedicated parts of machine tools together with the machine tools, they may be classified as machine tool parts, and this needs to be judged based on the specific situation. How to check the import tax rate for band saw blades? It can be checked through customs tariff schedules, the website of the General Administration of Customs, or professional customs declaration software. Tax rates vary by country, trade agreement, etc., and accurate HS codes and country of origin are required. What elements should be noted when declaring band saw blades? It is necessary to declare product name, material, use, brand, model, specifications and dimensions, processing method, whether in coils, etc., ensuring consistency with the actual product and avoiding classification errors. What is the difference between band saw blades and chain saw blades? Band saw blades are strip-shaped, used for band saw machines; chain saw blades are chain-type, used for chain saws. The two differ in structure and use and are classified under different subheadings: band saw blades 820212, chain saw blades 820240. If band saw blades are not toothed, is the classification different? Untoothed band saw blades are still classified under 820212, but if they are semi-finished products or materials, they may be classified under other headings such as 7225, etc., and this needs to be judged based on the processing state. How does the country of origin of band saw blades affect tariffs? The country of origin affects the applicable tax rate; for example, preferential rates may be enjoyed under free trade agreements. A certificate of origin must be provided, and rules such as direct transport must be met. How are band saw blades sold via cross-border e-commerce classified? Band saw blades imported via cross-border e-commerce retail are also classified under HS code 820212, and must be declared clearly, with attention to personal item limits and tax rates.
Q: Are band saw blades and circular saw blades classified under the same heading?
A: They are both classified under heading 8202, but under different subheadings: band saw blades are 820212, circular saw blades are 820220. When declaring, they must be accurately distinguished based on shape and use.
Q: If band saw blades are used for machine tools, are they classified under 8466?
A: According to HS classification principles, saw blades are usually classified under 8202, even if used for machine tools. However, if band saw blades are imported as dedicated parts of machine tools together with the machine tools, they may be classified as machine tool parts, and this needs to be judged based on the specific situation.
Q: How to check the import tax rate for band saw blades?
A: It can be checked through customs tariff schedules, the website of the General Administration of Customs, or professional customs declaration software. Tax rates vary by country, trade agreement, etc., and accurate HS codes and country of origin are required.
Q: What elements should be noted when declaring band saw blades?
A: It is necessary to declare product name, material, use, brand, model, specifications and dimensions, processing method, whether in coils, etc., ensuring consistency with the actual product and avoiding classification errors.
Q: What is the difference between band saw blades and chain saw blades?
A: Band saw blades are strip-shaped, used for band saw machines; chain saw blades are chain-type, used for chain saws. The two differ in structure and use and are classified under different subheadings: band saw blades 820212, chain saw blades 820240.
Q: If band saw blades are not toothed, is the classification different?
A: Untoothed band saw blades are still classified under 820212, but if they are semi-finished products or materials, they may be classified under other headings such as 7225, etc., and this needs to be judged based on the processing state.
Q: How does the country of origin of band saw blades affect tariffs?
A: The country of origin affects the applicable tax rate; for example, preferential rates may be enjoyed under free trade agreements. A certificate of origin must be provided, and rules such as direct transport must be met.
Q: How are band saw blades sold via cross-border e-commerce classified?
A: Band saw blades imported via cross-border e-commerce retail are also classified under HS code 820212, and must be declared clearly, with attention to personal item limits and tax rates.
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