Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal, but excludes certain specific tools (such as machine knives) and goods more specifically classified elsewhere. Tools of this chapter are generally hand-held or for use in machine tools, but care must be taken to distinguish them from machine parts of Chapter 84. Base metals include iron, steel, copper, aluminum, etc., but tools made of non-metallic materials such as ceramics or diamond are not classified in this chapter. Heading 8202 covers hand saws and various saw blades (including slotting saw blades, toothless saw blades, etc.), as well as similar hand tools. This heading includes saw blades for working metal, wood, plastics and other materials, but excludes machine tool saw blades (classified in 8461, etc.) and chain saws (classified in 8467). Saw blades may be one-piece or toothed, and are typically made of high-speed steel, cemented carbide, etc. The first 2 digits 82 indicate Chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal); digits 3-4, 02, indicate heading 8202 (hand saws; various saw blades (including slotting saw blades, toothless saw blades)); digits 5-6, 99, indicate subheading 820299, i.e., "other saw blades", referring to saw blades other than subheading 820220 (band saw blades), 820231 (circular saw blades for working metal), 820239 (other circular saw blades, including slotting saw blades) and 820240 (chain saw blades). Therefore, 820299 covers other types of saw blades that are not circular saw blades, chain saw blades or band saw blades, such as bow saw blades, hand saw blades, etc. This product is classified under 820299 because it is a saw blade but does not meet the specific descriptions of 820220 (band saw blades), 820231 (circular saw blades for working metal), 820239 (other circular saw blades, including slotting saw blades) or 820240 (chain saw blades). If it were a machine saw blade, it should be classified under 8461, etc.; if it were a diamond saw blade, it might be classified under 8207. Therefore, by process of elimination, other saw blades are classified under 820299.
Chapter
Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal, but excludes certain specific tools (such as machine knives) and goods more specifically classified elsewhere. Tools of this chapter are generally hand-held or for use in machine tools, but care must be taken to distinguish them from machine parts of Chapter 84. Base metals include iron, steel, copper, aluminum, etc., but tools made of non-metallic materials such as ceramics or diamond are not classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 8202 covers hand saws and various saw blades (including slotting saw blades, toothless saw blades, etc.), as well as similar hand tools. This heading includes saw blades for working metal, wood, plastics and other materials, but excludes machine tool saw blades (classified in 8461, etc.) and chain saws (classified in 8467). Saw blades may be one-piece or toothed, and are typically made of high-speed steel, cemented carbide, etc.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 82 indicate Chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, of base metal); digits 3-4, 02, indicate heading 8202 (hand saws; various saw blades (including slotting saw blades, toothless saw blades)); digits 5-6, 99, indicate subheading 820299, i.e., "other saw blades", referring to saw blades other than subheading 820220 (band saw blades), 820231 (circular saw blades for working metal), 820239 (other circular saw blades, including slotting saw blades) and 820240 (chain saw blades). Therefore, 820299 covers other types of saw blades that are not circular saw blades, chain saw blades or band saw blades, such as bow saw blades, hand saw blades, etc.
Classification Basis
This product is classified under 820299 because it is a saw blade but does not meet the specific descriptions of 820220 (band saw blades), 820231 (circular saw blades for working metal), 820239 (other circular saw blades, including slotting saw blades) or 820240 (chain saw blades). If it were a machine saw blade, it should be classified under 8461, etc.; if it were a diamond saw blade, it might be classified under 8207. Therefore, by process of elimination, other saw blades are classified under 820299.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, such as "bow saw blade", "hand saw blade", etc., which must be consistent with the actual product. Material: The material of the declared saw blade, such as high-speed steel, cemented carbide, carbon steel, etc., which affects classification. Use: The use of the declared saw blade, such as for cutting wood, metal, plastics, etc., and whether it is for hand use or machine use. Brand: The declared brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand". Model: The declared model; if there is no model, fill in "no model". Dimensions: The declared dimensions of the saw blade, such as length, diameter, thickness, etc., to distinguish the type. Workpiece Material: The material the saw blade is used to process, such as metal, wood, etc. Product Name: Bow saw blade; Material: High-speed steel; Use: For hand cutting metal; Brand: No brand; Model: No model; Dimensions: Length 300mm; Workpiece Material: Metal. Misclassifying machine saw blades under 8202, when they should actually be classified under 8461, etc. Misclassifying diamond saw blades under 8202, when they should actually be classified under 8207. Misclassifying circular saw blades under 820299, when they should actually be classified under 820231 or 820239.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods, such as "bow saw blade", "hand saw blade", etc., which must be consistent with the actual product.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as "circular saw blade" or "band saw blade", resulting in misclassification.
Material
The material of the declared saw blade, such as high-speed steel, cemented carbide, carbon steel, etc., which affects classification.
⚠️ Misreporting a diamond saw blade as high-speed steel, when it should actually be classified under 8207.
Use
The use of the declared saw blade, such as for cutting wood, metal, plastics, etc., and whether it is for hand use or machine use.
⚠️ Declaring a machine saw blade as hand-use, resulting in misclassification into 8202 instead of 8461.
Brand
The declared brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand".
⚠️ Brand inconsistent with the actual product, or failure to declare the brand.
Model
The declared model; if there is no model, fill in "no model".
⚠️ Incomplete or incorrect model declaration.
Dimensions
The declared dimensions of the saw blade, such as length, diameter, thickness, etc., to distinguish the type.
⚠️ Failure to declare dimensions, making it impossible to determine whether it is a circular saw blade.
Workpiece Material
The material the saw blade is used to process, such as metal, wood, etc.
⚠️ Misreporting a saw blade for processing metal as one for processing wood.
Example： Product Name: Bow saw blade; Material: High-speed steel; Use: For hand cutting metal; Brand: No brand; Model: No model; Dimensions: Length 300mm; Workpiece Material: Metal.
Common Mistakes：
Misclassifying machine saw blades under 8202, when they should actually be classified under 8461, etc.
Misclassifying diamond saw blades under 8202, when they should actually be classified under 8207.
Misclassifying circular saw blades under 820299, when they should actually be classified under 820231 or 820239.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core criteria for classification are: whether it is a saw blade; whether it is for hand use or machine use; the type of saw blade (band saw, circular saw, chain saw or other); and the material (whether it is diamond, etc.). According to the Import and Export Tariff and its notes, 8202 includes hand saws and various saw blades, but excludes machine saw blades (8461), chain saws (8467) and diamond saw blades (8207). 820299 is a residual subheading applicable to other saw blades not elsewhere specified. 820220 Band saw blades: Band saw blades are loop-shaped or band-shaped and used for band saw machines; 820299 covers other types of saw blades, such as bow saw blades. 820231 Circular saw blades for working metal: Circular saw blades are round and used for cutting metal; 820299 covers non-circular saw blades. 820239 Other circular saw blades: Includes slotting saw blades, used for non-metal materials; 820299 covers non-circular saw blades. 820240 Chain saw blades: Chain saw blades are chain-type and used for chain saws; 820299 covers other saw blades. 8461 Machine tool saw blades: 8461 covers saw blades for machine tools, such as circular saw machine blades; 8202 covers hand saws and hand-use saw blades. Is it a saw blade? Is it for hand use or a hand saw? Is it a band saw, circular saw or chain saw? Is the material diamond? Is it for use in machine tools?
Basis
The core criteria for classification are: whether it is a saw blade; whether it is for hand use or machine use; the type of saw blade (band saw, circular saw, chain saw or other); and the material (whether it is diamond, etc.). According to the Import and Export Tariff and its notes, 8202 includes hand saws and various saw blades, but excludes machine saw blades (8461), chain saws (8467) and diamond saw blades (8207). 820299 is a residual subheading applicable to other saw blades not elsewhere specified.
Confused Codes：
820220 - Band saw blades
Band saw blades are loop-shaped or band-shaped and used for band saw machines; 820299 covers other types of saw blades, such as bow saw blades.
820231 - Circular saw blades for working metal
Circular saw blades are round and used for cutting metal; 820299 covers non-circular saw blades.
820239 - Other circular saw blades
Includes slotting saw blades, used for non-metal materials; 820299 covers non-circular saw blades.
820240 - Chain saw blades
Chain saw blades are chain-type and used for chain saws; 820299 covers other saw blades.
8461 - Machine tool saw blades
8461 covers saw blades for machine tools, such as circular saw machine blades; 8202 covers hand saws and hand-use saw blades.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it a saw blade?
✓ Is it for hand use or a hand saw?
✓ Is it a band saw, circular saw or chain saw?
✓ Is the material diamond?
✓ Is it for use in machine tools?
❓ FAQ
What are the main types of saw blades under HS code 820299? 820299 covers saw blades other than band saw blades, circular saw blades and chain saw blades, such as bow saw blades, hand saw blades, reciprocating saw blades (non-machine use), etc. These saw blades are generally used for hand cutting of metal, wood, etc. How to distinguish 820299 from 820231? 820231 specifically refers to circular saw blades for working metal, i.e., round saw blades used for cutting metal; 820299 covers non-circular saw blades or other saw blades not elsewhere specified. If the saw blade is circular and used for cutting metal, it should be classified under 820231. Which code should machine saw blades be classified under? Machine saw blades are usually classified under 8461 (machine tool saw blades) or 8467 (saw blades for hand-held tools), depending on whether they are machine tool accessories. For example, circular saw machine blades are classified under 8461. Are diamond saw blades classified under 820299? No, diamond saw blades are usually classified under 8207 (hand tools) or 8202? In fact, if diamond saw blades are for hand use, they may be classified under 8202; but if for machine use, under 8461. However, according to the notes, diamond saw blades may be classified under 8207. It is recommended to verify the specific material and use. What key information is required when declaring 820299? Product name, material, use (hand or machine), type (non-circular saw, etc.), dimensions, brand, model, etc. are required. In particular, it must be clear whether it is for hand use, to avoid misclassification under 8461. What is the export tax rebate rate for 820299? The export tax rebate rate is subject to policy adjustments. It is recommended to consult the latest Export Tax Rebate Rate Database or consult the local customs. Generally, the rebate rate for base metal tools is relatively high, but the actual rate shall prevail. If the saw blade is a circular saw blade used for cutting wood, which code should it be classified under? Circular saw blades used for cutting wood should be classified under 820239 (other circular saw blades, including slotting saw blades), not 820299. 820299 applies only to non-circular saw blades. What is the difference between 820299 and 820240? 820240 specifically refers to chain saw blades, i.e., chain-type saw blades used for chain saws; 820299 covers other saw blades, such as bow saw blades. Chain saw blades have a specific structure and are easy to distinguish.
Q: What are the main types of saw blades under HS code 820299?
A: 820299 covers saw blades other than band saw blades, circular saw blades and chain saw blades, such as bow saw blades, hand saw blades, reciprocating saw blades (non-machine use), etc. These saw blades are generally used for hand cutting of metal, wood, etc.
Q: How to distinguish 820299 from 820231?
A: 820231 specifically refers to circular saw blades for working metal, i.e., round saw blades used for cutting metal; 820299 covers non-circular saw blades or other saw blades not elsewhere specified. If the saw blade is circular and used for cutting metal, it should be classified under 820231.
Q: Which code should machine saw blades be classified under?
A: Machine saw blades are usually classified under 8461 (machine tool saw blades) or 8467 (saw blades for hand-held tools), depending on whether they are machine tool accessories. For example, circular saw machine blades are classified under 8461.
Q: Are diamond saw blades classified under 820299?
A: No, diamond saw blades are usually classified under 8207 (hand tools) or 8202? In fact, if diamond saw blades are for hand use, they may be classified under 8202; but if for machine use, under 8461. However, according to the notes, diamond saw blades may be classified under 8207. It is recommended to verify the specific material and use.
Q: What key information is required when declaring 820299?
A: Product name, material, use (hand or machine), type (non-circular saw, etc.), dimensions, brand, model, etc. are required. In particular, it must be clear whether it is for hand use, to avoid misclassification under 8461.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 820299?
A: The export tax rebate rate is subject to policy adjustments. It is recommended to consult the latest Export Tax Rebate Rate Database or consult the local customs. Generally, the rebate rate for base metal tools is relatively high, but the actual rate shall prevail.
Q: If the saw blade is a circular saw blade used for cutting wood, which code should it be classified under?
A: Circular saw blades used for cutting wood should be classified under 820239 (other circular saw blades, including slotting saw blades), not 820299. 820299 applies only to non-circular saw blades.
Q: What is the difference between 820299 and 820240?
A: 820240 specifically refers to chain saw blades, i.e., chain-type saw blades used for chain saws; 820299 covers other saw blades, such as bow saw blades. Chain saw blades have a specific structure and are easy to distinguish.
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