Chapter 82 covers base metal tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, including hand tools, power-operated tools, knives, scissors, nail clippers, spoons, forks, etc. Goods of this chapter are mainly made of base metals, but may also contain handles, blades, etc. made of other materials. This chapter does not include machine knives (Chapter 84) and specifically named articles. Heading 8207 covers hand tools (including glass cutters), blow torches, vices, clamps and similar articles, but not machine tools; and unassembled tools for working metal, such as tools for pressing, punching, thread cutting, drilling, reaming, milling, turning, tapping, etc. It also includes dies for drawing or extruding metal, dies for pressing metal, moulds for casting metal, moulds for working glass, etc. First 2 digits 82: belongs to Chapter 82, base metal tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof. Digits 3-4 07: belongs to heading 8207, hand tools and unassembled tools for working metal, including dies for drawing, extruding, pressing, casting metal, etc. Digits 5-6 30: subheading 820730, specifically refers to dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal, including pressing dies, punching dies, cutting dies, etc. Dies under this subheading are usually installed on presses or punching machines for forming, punching or cutting metal sheets. This commodity is a metal stamping die, used for stamping and forming metal sheets, which conforms to the description of "dies for pressing metal" in heading 8207, and subheading 820730 explicitly names "dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal". Therefore, it is classified under 820730, rather than 820720 (dies for drawing or extruding metal) or 820740 (tools for thread cutting or tapping metal).
Chapter
Chapter 82 covers base metal tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof, including hand tools, power-operated tools, knives, scissors, nail clippers, spoons, forks, etc. Goods of this chapter are mainly made of base metals, but may also contain handles, blades, etc. made of other materials. This chapter does not include machine knives (Chapter 84) and specifically named articles.
Heading
Heading 8207 covers hand tools (including glass cutters), blow torches, vices, clamps and similar articles, but not machine tools; and unassembled tools for working metal, such as tools for pressing, punching, thread cutting, drilling, reaming, milling, turning, tapping, etc. It also includes dies for drawing or extruding metal, dies for pressing metal, moulds for casting metal, moulds for working glass, etc.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 82: belongs to Chapter 82, base metal tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks and parts thereof. Digits 3-4 07: belongs to heading 8207, hand tools and unassembled tools for working metal, including dies for drawing, extruding, pressing, casting metal, etc. Digits 5-6 30: subheading 820730, specifically refers to dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal, including pressing dies, punching dies, cutting dies, etc. Dies under this subheading are usually installed on presses or punching machines for forming, punching or cutting metal sheets.
Classification Basis
This commodity is a metal stamping die, used for stamping and forming metal sheets, which conforms to the description of "dies for pressing metal" in heading 8207, and subheading 820730 explicitly names "dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal". Therefore, it is classified under 820730, rather than 820720 (dies for drawing or extruding metal) or 820740 (tools for thread cutting or tapping metal).
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Fill in the specific name of the die, such as "metal stamping die", "punching die", etc., which must be consistent with the use. Use: Explain the processing object and processing method of the die, such as "used for stamping automotive body panels". Material: Fill in the material of the main parts of the die, such as "alloy steel", "cemented carbide". Brand: Fill in the brand or manufacturer name of the die; if no brand, fill in "none". Model: Fill in the model or specification of the die, such as "M-2024". Processing Method: Explain the processing method of the die, such as "stamping", "punching", "cutting". Applicable Machine Tool: Fill in the type of machine tool applicable to the die, such as "punch press", "press". Product Name: metal stamping die; Use: used for stamping and forming automotive body panels; Material: alloy steel; Brand: XX; Model: M-2024; Processing Method: stamping; Applicable Machine Tool: hydraulic punch press. Failure to distinguish between stamping dies and drawing dies, leading to classification errors. Material filled in not specific, affecting customs valuation. Use description too broad, making it impossible to determine classification.
Product Name
Fill in the specific name of the die, such as "metal stamping die", "punching die", etc., which must be consistent with the use.
⚠️ Only filling in "die", which is too general and does not specify the specific type.
Use
Explain the processing object and processing method of the die, such as "used for stamping automotive body panels".
⚠️ Filling in "used for industrial production", without specifying the processing object.
Material
Fill in the material of the main parts of the die, such as "alloy steel", "cemented carbide".
⚠️ Filling in "metal", without specific explanation.
Brand
Fill in the brand or manufacturer name of the die; if no brand, fill in "none".
⚠️ Confusing brand with manufacturer, or incomplete filling.
Model
Fill in the model or specification of the die, such as "M-2024".
⚠️ Incorrect model filling or inconsistent with the actual item.
Processing Method
Explain the processing method of the die, such as "stamping", "punching", "cutting".
⚠️ Not filling in or filling in "metal processing".
Applicable Machine Tool
Fill in the type of machine tool applicable to the die, such as "punch press", "press".
⚠️ Filling in "machine tool", without specific explanation.
Example: Product Name: metal stamping die; Use: used for stamping and forming automotive body panels; Material: alloy steel; Brand: XX; Model: M-2024; Processing Method: stamping; Applicable Machine Tool: hydraulic punch press.
Common Mistakes:
Failure to distinguish between stamping dies and drawing dies, leading to classification errors.
Material filled in not specific, affecting customs valuation.
Use description too broad, making it impossible to determine classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the processing object and processing method of the die. Subheading 820730 only includes dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal. If the die is used for non-metallic materials such as plastics or rubber, it should be classified under 8480; if used for drawing or extruding metal, it should be classified under 820720; if used for thread cutting metal, it should be classified under 820740. 820720 Dies for drawing or extruding metal: Used for drawing or extruding metal, such as drawing of wire or tube, rather than stamping. 820740 Tools for thread cutting or tapping metal: Used for processing threads, such as taps and dies, rather than stamping dies. 848010 Moulds for casting metal: Used for metal casting, such as die-casting moulds, casting moulds, rather than stamping dies. 848020 Moulds for working glass: Used for glass forming, such as glass bottle moulds, rather than metal stamping. 848030 Moulds for mineral materials: Used for forming mineral materials, such as ceramic and cement moulds. Is the die used for metal stamping, punching or cutting? Is the die used for drawing or extruding metal? Is the die used for thread cutting metal? Is the die used for non-metallic materials? Is the die a casting mould?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the processing object and processing method of the die. Subheading 820730 only includes dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal. If the die is used for non-metallic materials such as plastics or rubber, it should be classified under 8480; if used for drawing or extruding metal, it should be classified under 820720; if used for thread cutting metal, it should be classified under 820740.
Confused Codes:
820720 - Dies for drawing or extruding metal
Used for drawing or extruding metal, such as drawing of wire or tube, rather than stamping.
820740 - Tools for thread cutting or tapping metal
Used for processing threads, such as taps and dies, rather than stamping dies.
848010 - Moulds for casting metal
Used for metal casting, such as die-casting moulds, casting moulds, rather than stamping dies.
848020 - Moulds for working glass
Used for glass forming, such as glass bottle moulds, rather than metal stamping.
848030 - Moulds for mineral materials
Used for forming mineral materials, such as ceramic and cement moulds.
Self-Check:
✓ Is the die used for metal stamping, punching or cutting?
✓ Is the die used for drawing or extruding metal?
✓ Is the die used for thread cutting metal?
✓ Is the die used for non-metallic materials?
✓ Is the die a casting mould?
❓ FAQ
How to inquire about the tax rate of HS code 820730? You can check the latest tax rate by entering 820730 on the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional HS code inquiry platforms. Note that tax rates are subject to policy adjustments, and it is recommended to refer to the latest official announcement. What declaration elements are required for exporting 820730 dies? It is necessary to declare product name, use, material, brand, model, processing method, applicable machine tool, etc. The specifics are subject to customs requirements; it is recommended to consult a customs broker or check customs declaration specifications. Are both stamping dies and punching dies classified under 820730? Yes, subheading 820730 includes dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal, and both stamping dies and punching dies fall within this scope. Which HS code are plastic moulds classified under? Plastic moulds are usually classified under 848071 (injection or compression moulds for plastics or rubber), rather than 820730. What is the main difference between 820730 and 820720? 820730 is dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal, while 820720 is dies for drawing or extruding metal; the processing methods are different. Does the material of the die affect classification? Material is not the key factor determining classification; classification is mainly based on use and processing method. However, material may affect valuation and regulatory conditions. What are the precautions for importing used dies under 820730? Used dies may involve solid waste regulation, and testing reports may be required to ensure compliance with environmental standards. It is recommended to consult customs in advance. What is the export tax rebate for 820730 dies? The export tax rebate rate needs to be checked against the latest export tax rebate policy, which can be inquired through the State Taxation Administration or the Single Window; it may be adjusted at different times.
Q: How to inquire about the tax rate of HS code 820730?
A: You can check the latest tax rate by entering 820730 on the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional HS code inquiry platforms. Note that tax rates are subject to policy adjustments, and it is recommended to refer to the latest official announcement.
Q: What declaration elements are required for exporting 820730 dies?
A: It is necessary to declare product name, use, material, brand, model, processing method, applicable machine tool, etc. The specifics are subject to customs requirements; it is recommended to consult a customs broker or check customs declaration specifications.
Q: Are both stamping dies and punching dies classified under 820730?
A: Yes, subheading 820730 includes dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal, and both stamping dies and punching dies fall within this scope.
Q: Which HS code are plastic moulds classified under?
A: Plastic moulds are usually classified under 848071 (injection or compression moulds for plastics or rubber), rather than 820730.
Q: What is the main difference between 820730 and 820720?
A: 820730 is dies for pressing, punching or cutting metal, while 820720 is dies for drawing or extruding metal; the processing methods are different.
Q: Does the material of the die affect classification?
A: Material is not the key factor determining classification; classification is mainly based on use and processing method. However, material may affect valuation and regulatory conditions.
Q: What are the precautions for importing used dies under 820730?
A: Used dies may involve solid waste regulation, and testing reports may be required to ensure compliance with environmental standards. It is recommended to consult customs in advance.
Q: What is the export tax rebate for 820730 dies?
A: The export tax rebate rate needs to be checked against the latest export tax rebate policy, which can be inquired through the State Taxation Administration or the Single Window; it may be adjusted at different times.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.