Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks, etc., of base metal, including hand tools, interchangeable tools for machine tools, knives, scissors, nail clippers, razors, kitchen and tableware, etc. The core feature of this chapter is articles of base metal, mostly used for machining, manual operation, or daily life. 8207 covers interchangeable tools for machine tools, which are key consumables in the machining field. Heading 8207 covers interchangeable tools for machine tools or hand tools, including drill bits, milling cutters, turning tools, reamers, screw dies, stamping dies, wire drawing dies, etc. These tools are usually made of high-speed steel, cemented carbide, ceramics, etc., and are used for cutting, forming, and stamping of metals, wood, plastics, and other materials. Under heading 8207, subheadings are further divided by function. Code 820740 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits 82 indicate Chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, etc., of base metal); digits 3-4, 07, indicate heading 8207 (interchangeable tools for machine tools); digits 5-6, 40, indicate subheading 820740, specifically turning tools. A turning tool is a cutting tool used on a lathe for machining external diameters, internal holes, end faces, threads, etc. It usually consists of a tool holder and an insert. Insert materials include high-speed steel, cemented carbide, ceramics, cubic boron nitride, etc. Turning tools are interchangeable tools for machine tools and are specifically used for turning, so they are classified under 8207.40. They differ from 8207.50 (drill bits) in the machining method; from 8207.60 (milling cutters) because milling and turning have different principles; and from 8207.80 (other tools) because turning tools have a specific subheading.

Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "turning tool", "cemented carbide turning tool", "high-speed steel turning tool", etc., which must be consistent with the actual item. Use: Explain the machine tool or processing occasion for which the turning tool is used, such as "for turning external diameters on a lathe" or "for machining metal on a CNC lathe". Material: Declare the materials of the insert and tool holder, such as "cemented carbide insert, steel tool holder" or "integral high-speed steel". Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name, such as "Sandvik", "Kennametal", "Zhuzhou Diamond". Model: Fill in the product model or specification, such as "CNMG120408" or "DCLNR2525M12". Whether interchangeable: State whether the turning tool is an interchangeable tool for machine tools; usually the answer is "yes". Workpiece material: State the material being machined, such as "steel", "cast iron", "aluminum alloy", or "plastic". Brand type: Fill in the brand type according to customs requirements, such as "foreign brand (OEM production)", "domestic independent brand", etc. Product name: Cemented carbide turning tool; Use: Turning the external diameter of steel parts on a CNC lathe; Material: Insert is cemented carbide, tool holder is alloy steel; Brand: Sandvik; Model: CNMG120408-PM; Whether interchangeable: Yes; Workpiece material: Steel; Brand type: Foreign brand (other). Mistakenly classifying turning tools under 8207.50 (drill bits) or 8207.60 (milling cutters) due to different machining methods. Ignoring the "interchangeable" attribute; if it is a non-interchangeable tool dedicated to a machine tool, it should be classified under 8208. Inaccurate material declaration, such as declaring a cemented carbide turning tool as high-speed steel, affecting classification and supervision.

The core basis for classification is: 1) whether the tool is used for machine tools; 2) whether it is an interchangeable tool; 3) whether its specific function is turning. A turning tool is mounted on a lathe tool post and cuts through workpiece rotation and linear tool movement, making it a typical turning tool. According to the Import and Export Tariff and its notes, 8207.40 specifically refers to turning tools, including turning tools, turning inserts, etc. 820750 Drill bits: Drill bits are used for drilling, with the machining method being rotary drilling; turning tools are used for turning, with the machining method being workpiece rotation and tool feed. The functions are different, so the subheadings are different. 820760 Milling cutters: Milling cutters are used for milling, with tool rotation and workpiece feed; turning tools are used for turning, with workpiece rotation and tool feed. The machining principles and machine tool types are different. 820780 Other interchangeable tools: 8207.80 is a residual subheading, including reamers, taps, broaches, etc.; turning tools have a dedicated subheading 8207.40 and should be classified there first. 820810 Knives and cutting blades for machines: 8208 covers knives and cutting blades for machines or mechanical appliances, such as paper cutting machine blades and kitchen machine knives; turning tools are interchangeable tools for machine tools and are classified under 8207. 820900 Unmounted tool inserts: 8209 covers unmounted inserts, plates, bars, etc., used to manufacture tools; if a turning tool is an assembled finished product, it is classified under 8207.40. Is it used on a lathe for turning? Is it an interchangeable tool? Is the insert material clearly stated? Is it already mounted on the tool holder? Is it confused with drill bits or milling cutters?

What is the difference in HS codes between turning tools and milling cutters? Turning tools are classified under 8207.40, and milling cutters under 8207.60. The difference lies in the machining method: turning tools are used on lathes, with workpiece rotation and tool feed; milling cutters are used on milling machines, with tool rotation and workpiece feed. When declaring, the use and machine tool type must be specified. Do cemented carbide turning tools and high-speed steel turning tools have the same HS code? Yes, both are classified under 8207.40. HS codes are classified by function, not by material. However, the material must be truthfully filled in the declaration elements for customs supervision and statistics. How are turning tool inserts classified when imported separately? If they are unmounted inserts, they are classified under 8209; if they are already mounted on a tool holder, they are classified under 8207.40. The criterion is whether they have been assembled into an interchangeable tool. Do turning tools for CNC lathes and turning tools for ordinary lathes have the same code? Yes, both are classified under 8207.40. HS codes do not distinguish machine tool types, but the use must be specified when declaring so that customs understands the actual use. What declaration elements are required for exporting turning tools? Product name, use, material, brand, model, whether interchangeable, workpiece material, brand type, etc. are required. The specifics are subject to customs requirements; it is recommended to refer to the Catalog of Standard Declaration Elements for Import and Export Commodities of the People's Republic of China. How can I check the import tariff rate for turning tools? You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the Customs Import and Export Tariff, enter HS code 820740, and check the MFN rate, general rate, VAT rate, etc. Rates may change, so the latest published version shall prevail. Are turning tools classified under 820740 subject to export control? Ordinary turning tools are generally not export-controlled items, but if they involve high-performance, high-precision CNC turning tools, they may be controlled under the Catalog of Dual-Use Items and Technologies Subject to Import and Export License Administration. It is recommended to check the latest catalog or consult customs. How should the brand type be filled in when declaring? Brand types include: no brand, foreign brand (OEM production), foreign brand (other), domestic independent brand, domestic acquired brand, etc. Choose according to the actual situation; do not fill in arbitrarily.