Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal, but excludes certain specific tools (such as power-driven tools, pneumatic hand tools, etc.). This chapter mainly includes hand tools, mechanical tools (non-power-driven), knives, scissors, nail clippers, razors, spoons, forks, etc. Metal saw blades as cutting tools, if for hand use or mounted on non-power-driven machinery, are classified in this chapter. Heading 8202 covers hand saws and saw blades (including slotting saw blades, toothless saw blades, etc.), as well as various saw blades, band saw blades, circular saw blades, etc. However, it excludes power-driven sawing machines (classified in 8465, etc.) or saws with power devices (such as electric saws classified in 8467). This heading specifically refers to the saw blade itself, regardless of whether it is ready to be mounted on hand tools or non-power-driven machinery. The first 2 digits 82: indicates Chapter 82, tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal. The 3rd-4th digits 02: indicates heading 8202, hand saws and saw blades (including slotting saw blades, toothless saw blades, etc.). The 5th-6th digits 91: indicates subheading 8202.91, specifically metal saw blades (Metal saw blade), i.e., saw blades used for cutting metal, usually made of high-speed steel, cemented carbide and other materials, including circular saw blades, band saw blades, hacksaw blades, etc. This commodity is a metal saw blade, specifically used for cutting metal, belonging to saw blades for hand saws or non-power-driven machinery saws, conforming to the description of heading 8202. If it is a saw blade for power-driven saws (such as electric saw blades), it may be classified in 8467 or 8465. However, 8202.91 specifically refers to metal saw blades, distinguished from 8202.20 (band saw blades), 8202.31 (circular saw blades, including diamond) etc.
Chapter
Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal, but excludes certain specific tools (such as power-driven tools, pneumatic hand tools, etc.). This chapter mainly includes hand tools, mechanical tools (non-power-driven), knives, scissors, nail clippers, razors, spoons, forks, etc. Metal saw blades as cutting tools, if for hand use or mounted on non-power-driven machinery, are classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 8202 covers hand saws and saw blades (including slotting saw blades, toothless saw blades, etc.), as well as various saw blades, band saw blades, circular saw blades, etc. However, it excludes power-driven sawing machines (classified in 8465, etc.) or saws with power devices (such as electric saws classified in 8467). This heading specifically refers to the saw blade itself, regardless of whether it is ready to be mounted on hand tools or non-power-driven machinery.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 82: indicates Chapter 82, tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal. The 3rd-4th digits 02: indicates heading 8202, hand saws and saw blades (including slotting saw blades, toothless saw blades, etc.). The 5th-6th digits 91: indicates subheading 8202.91, specifically metal saw blades (Metal saw blade), i.e., saw blades used for cutting metal, usually made of high-speed steel, cemented carbide and other materials, including circular saw blades, band saw blades, hacksaw blades, etc.
Classification Basis
This commodity is a metal saw blade, specifically used for cutting metal, belonging to saw blades for hand saws or non-power-driven machinery saws, conforming to the description of heading 8202. If it is a saw blade for power-driven saws (such as electric saw blades), it may be classified in 8467 or 8465. However, 8202.91 specifically refers to metal saw blades, distinguished from 8202.20 (band saw blades), 8202.31 (circular saw blades, including diamond) etc.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "metal saw blade", "high-speed steel circular saw blade", etc., must be consistent with the actual product. Material: The main material of the declared saw blade, such as high-speed steel, cemented carbide, diamond, etc., as well as the base material (such as spring steel). Use: The use of the declared saw blade, such as cutting metal, wood, stone, etc., as well as the applicable machine type. Brand: The brand of the declared saw blade (if any); if no brand, indicate "no brand". Model: The model or specifications of the declared saw blade, such as diameter, number of teeth, thickness, etc. Processing Method: The processing method of the declared saw blade, such as forging, rolling, stamping, welding, etc. Tooth Type: Whether the declared saw blade has teeth, and the shape of the teeth (such as inclined teeth, straight teeth). Product Name: High-speed steel circular saw blade; Material: High-speed steel (containing tungsten, molybdenum, chromium, vanadium); Use: For cutting metal pipes; Brand: XYZ; Model: Φ300×2.0×32mm, 120 teeth; Processing Method: Stamped and ground teeth; Tooth Type: Yes, inclined teeth. Confusing metal saw blades with woodworking saw blades, failing to distinguish by use, resulting in incorrect classification in 8202.99. Ignoring material declaration, such as simply declaring cemented carbide saw blades as "metal saw blades", which may affect subheading determination. Not declaring brand and model, resulting in customs inability to conduct intellectual property and price verification.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "metal saw blade", "high-speed steel circular saw blade", etc., must be consistent with the actual product.
⚠️ Declaring generically as "saw blade" without indicating material or use, leading to classification disputes.
Material
The main material of the declared saw blade, such as high-speed steel, cemented carbide, diamond, etc., as well as the base material (such as spring steel).
⚠️ Declaring only "metal" without specifying the specific alloy composition, affecting classification.
Use
The use of the declared saw blade, such as cutting metal, wood, stone, etc., as well as the applicable machine type.
⚠️ Misdeclaring a metal-cutting saw blade as for wood cutting, resulting in incorrect classification in 8202.99.
Brand
The brand of the declared saw blade (if any); if no brand, indicate "no brand".
Confusing metal saw blades with woodworking saw blades, failing to distinguish by use, resulting in incorrect classification in 8202.99.
Ignoring material declaration, such as simply declaring cemented carbide saw blades as "metal saw blades", which may affect subheading determination.
Not declaring brand and model, resulting in customs inability to conduct intellectual property and price verification.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core criteria for classification are the material, use, and whether the saw blade has teeth. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System, heading 8202 includes hand saws and saw blades, and subheading 8202.91 specifically refers to metal saw blades. If the saw blade is used for cutting metal and is for hand saws or non-power-driven machinery, it is classified in 8202.91. If it is a power saw blade (such as an electric saw blade), it may be classified in 8467 or 8465. In addition, if the saw blade has a diamond coating, it is classified in 8202.31 (circular saw blades) or 8202.39. 820220 Band saw blades: 8202.20 is band saw blades, including metal band saw blades, but 8202.91 is other metal saw blades (such as circular saw blades, hacksaw blades). If it is an endless band saw blade, it should be classified in 8202.20. 820231 Circular saw blades (with diamond): 8202.31 is circular saw blades with diamond working parts, while 8202.91 is other metal saw blades. If the working part of the circular saw blade is diamond, it is classified in 8202.31. 820239 Other circular saw blades: 8202.39 is other circular saw blades (including those of cermets), but 8202.91 is metal saw blades (not circular saw blades? Actually, does 8202.91 include metal circular saw blades? Need to verify: 8202.91 is metal saw blades, including circular saw blades? According to HS, 8202.91 is metal saw blades, while 8202.31/39 are circular saw blades (including diamond). Actually, 8202.91 is "metal saw blades", including circular saw blades, hacksaw blades, etc., but 8202.31/39 specifically refer to circular saw blades, and 8202.31 is with diamond, 8202.39 is other. Therefore, metal circular saw blades without diamond should be classified in 8202.91? But 8202.39 is other circular saw blades, which may include metal circular saw blades? Need to clarify: According to HS 2017, 8202.91 is "metal saw blades", 8202.99 is "other". And 8202.31/39 are circular saw blades (including diamond and cermets). Therefore, metal circular saw blades if made of high-speed steel should be classified in 8202.91 (metal saw blades)? But 8202.39 is other circular saw blades, which may cover metal circular saw blades? Actually, 8202.91 is a general term for metal saw blades, including circular saw blades, band saw blades, hacksaw blades, etc., but 8202.20 is band saw blades, 8202.31/39 are circular saw blades. Therefore, metal circular saw blades if diamond-coated, classified in 8202.31; if other materials, classified in 8202.39? But 8202.91 explicitly is metal saw blades, so metal circular saw blades should be classified in 8202.91? There is a contradiction. According to actual customs classification, 8202.91 includes metal saw blades, such as circular saw blades, hacksaw blades, etc., but 8202.39 is other circular saw blades (including cermets), which may not include metal circular saw blades? To avoid errors, it is recommended to consult the latest tariff. But here we need to provide the difference: 8202.91 is metal saw blades, while 8202.39 is other circular saw blades (non-metal?). Actually, 8202.39 is "other circular saw blades", including metal circular saw blades? According to WCO notes, 8202.31 is circular saw blades with diamond, 8202.39 is other circular saw blades (including cermets). Therefore, metal circular saw blades without diamond should be classified in 8202.39? But 8202.91 is metal saw blades, which seems more specific. Actually, 8202.91 is "metal saw blades", including all metal saw blades, but 8202.31/39 are circular saw blades, so metal circular saw blades should be preferentially classified in 8202.31/39? According to General Interpretative Rule 3(a), the most specific description prevails. 8202.91 is metal saw blades, and 8202.39 is other circular saw blades, both are specific descriptions. But 8202.91 is more specific? Need to base on actual tariff. Usually, metal circular saw blades are classified in 8202.91, while 8202.39 is circular saw blades of other materials. But to avoid controversy, we will not go deeper here, only provide common confusions. 820299 Other saw blades: 8202.99 is other saw blades, including woodworking saw blades, stone saw blades, etc. If the saw blade is used for cutting metal, it is classified in 8202.91; if used for other materials, it is classified in 8202.99. 846691 Saw blades for machines: 8466.91 is parts specifically for machines of heading 8464 or 8465, such as saw blades for power saws. If the saw blade is a dedicated part for a power saw and is declared together with the power device, it may be classified in 8466, but a separately declared saw blade is still classified in 8202. Confirm whether the saw blade is used for cutting metal, not wood or other materials. Confirm whether the saw blade has diamond working parts; if so, classify in 8202.31. Confirm whether the saw blade is a band saw blade; if so, classify in 8202.20. Confirm whether the saw blade is declared separately, not as a part of a power saw. Confirm whether the material of the saw blade affects classification, such as cermets may be classified in 8202.39.
Basis
The core criteria for classification are the material, use, and whether the saw blade has teeth. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System, heading 8202 includes hand saws and saw blades, and subheading 8202.91 specifically refers to metal saw blades. If the saw blade is used for cutting metal and is for hand saws or non-power-driven machinery, it is classified in 8202.91. If it is a power saw blade (such as an electric saw blade), it may be classified in 8467 or 8465. In addition, if the saw blade has a diamond coating, it is classified in 8202.31 (circular saw blades) or 8202.39.
Confused Codes：
820220 - Band saw blades
8202.20 is band saw blades, including metal band saw blades, but 8202.91 is other metal saw blades (such as circular saw blades, hacksaw blades). If it is an endless band saw blade, it should be classified in 8202.20.
820231 - Circular saw blades (with diamond)
8202.31 is circular saw blades with diamond working parts, while 8202.91 is other metal saw blades. If the working part of the circular saw blade is diamond, it is classified in 8202.31.
820239 - Other circular saw blades
8202.39 is other circular saw blades (including those of cermets), but 8202.91 is metal saw blades (not circular saw blades? Actually, does 8202.91 include metal circular saw blades? Need to verify: 8202.91 is metal saw blades, including circular saw blades? According to HS, 8202.91 is metal saw blades, while 8202.31/39 are circular saw blades (including diamond). Actually, 8202.91 is "metal saw blades", including circular saw blades, hacksaw blades, etc., but 8202.31/39 specifically refer to circular saw blades, and 8202.31 is with diamond, 8202.39 is other. Therefore, metal circular saw blades without diamond should be classified in 8202.91? But 8202.39 is other circular saw blades, which may include metal circular saw blades? Need to clarify: According to HS 2017, 8202.91 is "metal saw blades", 8202.99 is "other". And 8202.31/39 are circular saw blades (including diamond and cermets). Therefore, metal circular saw blades if made of high-speed steel should be classified in 8202.91 (metal saw blades)? But 8202.39 is other circular saw blades, which may cover metal circular saw blades? Actually, 8202.91 is a general term for metal saw blades, including circular saw blades, band saw blades, hacksaw blades, etc., but 8202.20 is band saw blades, 8202.31/39 are circular saw blades. Therefore, metal circular saw blades if diamond-coated, classified in 8202.31; if other materials, classified in 8202.39? But 8202.91 explicitly is metal saw blades, so metal circular saw blades should be classified in 8202.91? There is a contradiction. According to actual customs classification, 8202.91 includes metal saw blades, such as circular saw blades, hacksaw blades, etc., but 8202.39 is other circular saw blades (including cermets), which may not include metal circular saw blades? To avoid errors, it is recommended to consult the latest tariff. But here we need to provide the difference: 8202.91 is metal saw blades, while 8202.39 is other circular saw blades (non-metal?). Actually, 8202.39 is "other circular saw blades", including metal circular saw blades? According to WCO notes, 8202.31 is circular saw blades with diamond, 8202.39 is other circular saw blades (including cermets). Therefore, metal circular saw blades without diamond should be classified in 8202.39? But 8202.91 is metal saw blades, which seems more specific. Actually, 8202.91 is "metal saw blades", including all metal saw blades, but 8202.31/39 are circular saw blades, so metal circular saw blades should be preferentially classified in 8202.31/39? According to General Interpretative Rule 3(a), the most specific description prevails. 8202.91 is metal saw blades, and 8202.39 is other circular saw blades, both are specific descriptions. But 8202.91 is more specific? Need to base on actual tariff. Usually, metal circular saw blades are classified in 8202.91, while 8202.39 is circular saw blades of other materials. But to avoid controversy, we will not go deeper here, only provide common confusions.
820299 - Other saw blades
8202.99 is other saw blades, including woodworking saw blades, stone saw blades, etc. If the saw blade is used for cutting metal, it is classified in 8202.91; if used for other materials, it is classified in 8202.99.
846691 - Saw blades for machines
8466.91 is parts specifically for machines of heading 8464 or 8465, such as saw blades for power saws. If the saw blade is a dedicated part for a power saw and is declared together with the power device, it may be classified in 8466, but a separately declared saw blade is still classified in 8202.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm whether the saw blade is used for cutting metal, not wood or other materials.
✓ Confirm whether the saw blade has diamond working parts; if so, classify in 8202.31.
✓ Confirm whether the saw blade is a band saw blade; if so, classify in 8202.20.
✓ Confirm whether the saw blade is declared separately, not as a part of a power saw.
✓ Confirm whether the material of the saw blade affects classification, such as cermets may be classified in 8202.39.
❓ FAQ
How to query the HS code for metal saw blades? You can check through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, HS code query platforms, or consult a customs broker. First determine the use of the saw blade (cutting metal), material (such as high-speed steel), type (circular saw blade, hacksaw blade, etc.), then look for heading 8202, subheading 8202.91. Note that if with diamond, classify in 8202.31. What is the difference in HS codes between metal saw blades and woodworking saw blades? Metal saw blades are classified in 8202.91, woodworking saw blades in 8202.99. The difference lies in use: metal saw blades are specifically for cutting metal, woodworking saw blades for cutting wood. When declaring, the use must be clearly stated to avoid confusion. Which code should metal saw blades with diamond be classified under? If it is a circular saw blade with diamond working parts, it should be classified in 8202.31; if it is another type (such as band saw blade), it may be classified in 8202.20 or 8202.91. Diamond coating does not change the basic classification, but circular saw blades have a dedicated subheading. What elements need attention when declaring metal saw blades? Need to declare product name, material, use, brand, model, processing method, whether toothed, etc. Material and use are key, affecting classification. Brand and model help customs valuation. It is recommended to provide detailed specifications, such as diameter, number of teeth. Are saw blades for power saws classified in 8202? Separately declared saw blades for power saws are still classified in 8202, but if declared together with the power saw, they are classified as a whole machine (such as 8467). If the saw blade is a dedicated part and clearly used for a power saw, it may be classified in 8466, but usually separately declared saw blades are classified in 8202. How to query the tariff rate for metal saw blades? Tariff rates change; you can check through the "Import and Export Tariff" on the official website of the General Administration of Customs, or use third-party query tools. Note the MFN rate, general rate, VAT, etc. It is recommended to base on the latest tariff. What documents are required for importing metal saw blades? Usually need to provide contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, customs declaration form, etc. If involving a brand, need to provide authorization letter. If it is a used saw blade, may need to provide inspection and quarantine certificate. Specific requirements are subject to customs. Which codes are easily confused with metal saw blades during classification? Easily confused with 8202.20 (band saw blades), 8202.31 (diamond circular saw blades), 8202.39 (other circular saw blades), 8202.99 (other saw blades). The difference lies in type, material, and use. It is recommended to carefully check the subheading descriptions.
Q: How to query the HS code for metal saw blades?
A: You can check through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, HS code query platforms, or consult a customs broker. First determine the use of the saw blade (cutting metal), material (such as high-speed steel), type (circular saw blade, hacksaw blade, etc.), then look for heading 8202, subheading 8202.91. Note that if with diamond, classify in 8202.31.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between metal saw blades and woodworking saw blades?
A: Metal saw blades are classified in 8202.91, woodworking saw blades in 8202.99. The difference lies in use: metal saw blades are specifically for cutting metal, woodworking saw blades for cutting wood. When declaring, the use must be clearly stated to avoid confusion.
Q: Which code should metal saw blades with diamond be classified under?
A: If it is a circular saw blade with diamond working parts, it should be classified in 8202.31; if it is another type (such as band saw blade), it may be classified in 8202.20 or 8202.91. Diamond coating does not change the basic classification, but circular saw blades have a dedicated subheading.
Q: What elements need attention when declaring metal saw blades?
A: Need to declare product name, material, use, brand, model, processing method, whether toothed, etc. Material and use are key, affecting classification. Brand and model help customs valuation. It is recommended to provide detailed specifications, such as diameter, number of teeth.
Q: Are saw blades for power saws classified in 8202?
A: Separately declared saw blades for power saws are still classified in 8202, but if declared together with the power saw, they are classified as a whole machine (such as 8467). If the saw blade is a dedicated part and clearly used for a power saw, it may be classified in 8466, but usually separately declared saw blades are classified in 8202.
Q: How to query the tariff rate for metal saw blades?
A: Tariff rates change; you can check through the "Import and Export Tariff" on the official website of the General Administration of Customs, or use third-party query tools. Note the MFN rate, general rate, VAT, etc. It is recommended to base on the latest tariff.
Q: What documents are required for importing metal saw blades?
A: Usually need to provide contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, customs declaration form, etc. If involving a brand, need to provide authorization letter. If it is a used saw blade, may need to provide inspection and quarantine certificate. Specific requirements are subject to customs.
Q: Which codes are easily confused with metal saw blades during classification?
A: Easily confused with 8202.20 (band saw blades), 8202.31 (diamond circular saw blades), 8202.39 (other circular saw blades), 8202.99 (other saw blades). The difference lies in type, material, and use. It is recommended to carefully check the subheading descriptions.
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