Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks, etc., of base metal, including hand tools, mechanical tools, knives and scissors, razors, and interchangeable tools for machine tools or mechanical appliances. The main characteristics of goods in this chapter are functions such as cutting, punching, grinding, and they are usually made of base metals (such as steel, hard alloys). This chapter does not include complete machines such as power tools or electric tools, but only their working parts or hand tools. Heading 8208 covers knives and cutting blades for machine tools or mechanical appliances, including blades for metalworking, woodworking blades, blades for kitchen appliances, and blades for agricultural, horticultural, or forestry machinery. These blades are usually used as interchangeable parts mounted on machine tools or machinery. Blades under this heading must have a cutting function and be made of base metal. Hand tools (headings 82.01-82.05) or independent knives (headings 82.11-82.15) are not included. First 2 digits 82: indicates Chapter 82, tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks, and parts thereof, of base metal. Digits 3-4 08: indicates heading 8208, knives and cutting blades for machine tools or mechanical appliances. Digits 5-6 20: indicates subheading 8208.20, specifically woodworking blades. This subheading specifically refers to blades for woodworking machinery, such as planer blades, milling cutters, saw blades, etc., but does not include hand woodworking tools. Woodworking blades, as interchangeable blades for machinery, meet the description of heading 8208: knives and cutting blades for machine tools or mechanical appliances. Their material is base metal, and their function is cutting wood. Differences from adjacent codes: 8207 is interchangeable tools for hand tools or machine tools (such as drill bits, dies), but blades are usually classified under 8208; 8209 is unmounted blades for tools, while 820820 is mounted or unmounted woodworking blades, but usually refers to finished blades.
Chapter
Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks, etc., of base metal, including hand tools, mechanical tools, knives and scissors, razors, and interchangeable tools for machine tools or mechanical appliances. The main characteristics of goods in this chapter are functions such as cutting, punching, grinding, and they are usually made of base metals (such as steel, hard alloys). This chapter does not include complete machines such as power tools or electric tools, but only their working parts or hand tools.
Heading
Heading 8208 covers knives and cutting blades for machine tools or mechanical appliances, including blades for metalworking, woodworking blades, blades for kitchen appliances, and blades for agricultural, horticultural, or forestry machinery. These blades are usually used as interchangeable parts mounted on machine tools or machinery. Blades under this heading must have a cutting function and be made of base metal. Hand tools (headings 82.01-82.05) or independent knives (headings 82.11-82.15) are not included.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 82: indicates Chapter 82, tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, forks, and parts thereof, of base metal. Digits 3-4 08: indicates heading 8208, knives and cutting blades for machine tools or mechanical appliances. Digits 5-6 20: indicates subheading 8208.20, specifically woodworking blades. This subheading specifically refers to blades for woodworking machinery, such as planer blades, milling cutters, saw blades, etc., but does not include hand woodworking tools.
Classification Basis
Woodworking blades, as interchangeable blades for machinery, meet the description of heading 8208: knives and cutting blades for machine tools or mechanical appliances. Their material is base metal, and their function is cutting wood. Differences from adjacent codes: 8207 is interchangeable tools for hand tools or machine tools (such as drill bits, dies), but blades are usually classified under 8208; 8209 is unmounted blades for tools, while 820820 is mounted or unmounted woodworking blades, but usually refers to finished blades.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, such as 'woodworking blade', 'woodworking planer blade', etc., must be consistent with the actual item. Use: Explain the specific use of the blade, such as for woodworking machinery, for planers, milling machines, etc. Material: Declare the material of the blade, such as high-speed steel, hard alloy, carbon steel, etc., must be specific. Brand: Declare the brand name; if no brand, indicate 'no brand'. Model: Declare the product model to facilitate identification of specific specifications. Mounted or Not: Indicate whether the blade is already mounted on the tool holder or is unmounted. Processing Object: Declare the material the blade processes, such as wood, wood products, etc. Product Name: Woodworking blade; Use: For woodworking planer to cut wood; Material: High-speed steel; Brand: ABC; Model: TCT-123; Mounted or Not: Unmounted; Processing Object: Wood. Misclassifying woodworking blades under 8207 (hand tools), when they should actually be 8208. Failure to distinguish woodworking blades from metalworking blades, leading to subheading errors. Ignoring the 'mounted or not' element, which may affect classification under 8209.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods, such as 'woodworking blade', 'woodworking planer blade', etc., must be consistent with the actual item.
⚠️ Misreporting as 'woodworking cutter' or 'blade', which is too general.
Use
Explain the specific use of the blade, such as for woodworking machinery, for planers, milling machines, etc.
⚠️ Not indicating the type of machinery used, leading to classification disputes.
Material
Declare the material of the blade, such as high-speed steel, hard alloy, carbon steel, etc., must be specific.
⚠️ Only writing 'steel', without distinguishing the specific type.
Brand
Declare the brand name; if no brand, indicate 'no brand'.
⚠️ Omission of brand or incorrect declaration.
Model
Declare the product model to facilitate identification of specific specifications.
⚠️ Incomplete or incorrect model filling.
Mounted or Not
Indicate whether the blade is already mounted on the tool holder or is unmounted.
⚠️ Not clarifying whether mounted, affecting classification.
Processing Object
Declare the material the blade processes, such as wood, wood products, etc.
⚠️ Misreporting as for metalworking, leading to classification errors.
Example： Product Name: Woodworking blade; Use: For woodworking planer to cut wood; Material: High-speed steel; Brand: ABC; Model: TCT-123; Mounted or Not: Unmounted; Processing Object: Wood.
Common Mistakes：
Misclassifying woodworking blades under 8207 (hand tools), when they should actually be 8208.
Failure to distinguish woodworking blades from metalworking blades, leading to subheading errors.
Ignoring the 'mounted or not' element, which may affect classification under 8209.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification basis: whether the product is made of base metal, whether it is used for machine tools or mechanical appliances, whether it has a cutting function, and whether the processing object is wood. Heading 8208 explicitly includes woodworking blades, and subheading 820820 specifically refers to woodworking. Comprehensive judgment is required based on declaration elements such as product name, use, and material. 8207 Interchangeable tools for hand tools and machine tools: 8207 includes drill bits, milling cutters, dies, etc., but does not include blades; blades are usually classified under 8208. 8209 Unmounted blades for tools: 8209 is unmounted blades, while 820820 includes mounted or unmounted woodworking blades, but usually refers to finished products. 8211 Hand knives: 8211 is hand knives, such as knives, forks, and is not applicable to machine blades. 8466 Machine tool parts: 8466 is machine tool parts, but blades as interchangeable tools should be classified under 8208. Is it made of base metal? Is it used for machine tools or machinery? Does it have a cutting function? Is the processing object wood? Is it unmounted or mounted?
Basis
Core classification basis: whether the product is made of base metal, whether it is used for machine tools or mechanical appliances, whether it has a cutting function, and whether the processing object is wood. Heading 8208 explicitly includes woodworking blades, and subheading 820820 specifically refers to woodworking. Comprehensive judgment is required based on declaration elements such as product name, use, and material.
Confused Codes：
8207 - Interchangeable tools for hand tools and machine tools
8207 includes drill bits, milling cutters, dies, etc., but does not include blades; blades are usually classified under 8208.
8209 - Unmounted blades for tools
8209 is unmounted blades, while 820820 includes mounted or unmounted woodworking blades, but usually refers to finished products.
8211 - Hand knives
8211 is hand knives, such as knives, forks, and is not applicable to machine blades.
8466 - Machine tool parts
8466 is machine tool parts, but blades as interchangeable tools should be classified under 8208.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it made of base metal?
✓ Is it used for machine tools or machinery?
✓ Does it have a cutting function?
✓ Is the processing object wood?
✓ Is it unmounted or mounted?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between woodworking blades and metalworking blades? Woodworking blades are classified under 820820, and metalworking blades under 820810. The main difference is the processing object: woodworking blades are used for wood processing, and metalworking blades for metal cutting. The processing object must be clarified when declaring. How to query the HS code for woodworking blades? You can check the customs tariff, HS code query websites, or consult a customs broker. Enter the keyword 'woodworking blade' or 'woodworking blade', and the system will recommend 820820. It needs to be confirmed based on the actual use and material of the goods. What elements should be noted when declaring woodworking blades? It is necessary to declare the product name, use, material, brand, model, mounted or not, processing object, etc. Use and processing object are key, and avoid general descriptions. Material must be specific, such as high-speed steel. If woodworking blades are unmounted, are they still classified under 820820? Yes, 820820 includes mounted or unmounted woodworking blades. However, if they are unmounted general blades, they may be classified under 8209. Judgment should be based on the specific state and use. Are the HS codes for woodworking blades and woodworking cutters the same? No. Woodworking cutters usually refer to hand tools, classified under 8205 or 8207; woodworking blades are machine blades, classified under 820820. It is necessary to distinguish between hand and machine use. What documents are required for importing woodworking blades? Generally, invoices, packing lists, contracts, bills of lading, declaration elements, etc., are required. If a brand is involved, an authorization letter is required. Specific requirements are subject to customs. How to query the tariff rate for woodworking blades? You can check the customs tariff or the website of the General Administration of Customs. Tariff rates may change, and the latest tariff shall prevail. You can also consult a customs broker or use tariff query tools. What are the consequences of misclassifying woodworking blades? It may lead to customs inspection, tax supplements, fines, and even affect corporate credit. It is recommended to declare accurately and apply for pre-classification if necessary.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between woodworking blades and metalworking blades?
A: Woodworking blades are classified under 820820, and metalworking blades under 820810. The main difference is the processing object: woodworking blades are used for wood processing, and metalworking blades for metal cutting. The processing object must be clarified when declaring.
Q: How to query the HS code for woodworking blades?
A: You can check the customs tariff, HS code query websites, or consult a customs broker. Enter the keyword 'woodworking blade' or 'woodworking blade', and the system will recommend 820820. It needs to be confirmed based on the actual use and material of the goods.
Q: What elements should be noted when declaring woodworking blades?
A: It is necessary to declare the product name, use, material, brand, model, mounted or not, processing object, etc. Use and processing object are key, and avoid general descriptions. Material must be specific, such as high-speed steel.
Q: If woodworking blades are unmounted, are they still classified under 820820?
A: Yes, 820820 includes mounted or unmounted woodworking blades. However, if they are unmounted general blades, they may be classified under 8209. Judgment should be based on the specific state and use.
Q: Are the HS codes for woodworking blades and woodworking cutters the same?
A: No. Woodworking cutters usually refer to hand tools, classified under 8205 or 8207; woodworking blades are machine blades, classified under 820820. It is necessary to distinguish between hand and machine use.
Q: What documents are required for importing woodworking blades?
A: Generally, invoices, packing lists, contracts, bills of lading, declaration elements, etc., are required. If a brand is involved, an authorization letter is required. Specific requirements are subject to customs.
Q: How to query the tariff rate for woodworking blades?
A: You can check the customs tariff or the website of the General Administration of Customs. Tariff rates may change, and the latest tariff shall prevail. You can also consult a customs broker or use tariff query tools.
Q: What are the consequences of misclassifying woodworking blades?
A: It may lead to customs inspection, tax supplements, fines, and even affect corporate credit. It is recommended to declare accurately and apply for pre-classification if necessary.
⚠️ 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.