Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof, and is one of the broadest and most technology-intensive chapters in the HS. This chapter includes power machinery, agricultural machinery, metalworking machine tools, office equipment, automatic data processing equipment, lifting and handling machinery, household machinery, etc. The classification logic within the chapter is mainly based on function or use, rather than material or manufacturing process. As a portable power tool with a self-contained power unit, the chain saw has a function belonging to mechanical appliances and is therefore classified in this chapter. Heading 8467 covers hand-held pneumatic tools or hand-held tools with self-contained non-electric power units, including chain saws, various electric drills, electric saws, sanders, torque wrenches, etc. The common features of the tools under this heading are: designed for hand-held operation, equipped with a self-contained power source (pneumatic, internal combustion engine, or electric motor, etc.), and used for direct work on the workpiece. As a typical self-powered hand-held cutting tool, the chain saw clearly falls within the scope of this heading. Code 846781 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "84" represent Chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances), digits 3-4 "67" represent heading 8467 (hand-held pneumatic tools or hand-held tools with self-contained non-electric power units), and digits 5-6 "81" represent subheading 846781, specifically referring to chain saws. In HS classification, digits 5-6 of a subheading are usually used to distinguish different types of tools under the same heading, for example, 8467.11 is hand-held pneumatic drills, 8467.81 is chain saws, and 8467.89 is other hand-held tools. Therefore, 846781 precisely corresponds to the specific commodity of chain saws. The chain saw is classified under 846781 primarily because it has the two characteristics of being "hand-held" and having a "self-contained non-electric power unit." It is usually driven by an internal combustion engine (gasoline engine) and is used for felling, pruning, etc., and is an explicitly listed commodity under heading 8467. It should not be classified under 8465 (woodworking machine tools) because the latter are stationary machine tools; nor should it be classified under 8202 (hand saws) because the chain saw is power-driven rather than a manual tool.
Chapter
Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof, and is one of the broadest and most technology-intensive chapters in the HS. This chapter includes power machinery, agricultural machinery, metalworking machine tools, office equipment, automatic data processing equipment, lifting and handling machinery, household machinery, etc. The classification logic within the chapter is mainly based on function or use, rather than material or manufacturing process. As a portable power tool with a self-contained power unit, the chain saw has a function belonging to mechanical appliances and is therefore classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 8467 covers hand-held pneumatic tools or hand-held tools with self-contained non-electric power units, including chain saws, various electric drills, electric saws, sanders, torque wrenches, etc. The common features of the tools under this heading are: designed for hand-held operation, equipped with a self-contained power source (pneumatic, internal combustion engine, or electric motor, etc.), and used for direct work on the workpiece. As a typical self-powered hand-held cutting tool, the chain saw clearly falls within the scope of this heading.
Digit Breakdown
Code 846781 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "84" represent Chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances), digits 3-4 "67" represent heading 8467 (hand-held pneumatic tools or hand-held tools with self-contained non-electric power units), and digits 5-6 "81" represent subheading 846781, specifically referring to chain saws. In HS classification, digits 5-6 of a subheading are usually used to distinguish different types of tools under the same heading, for example, 8467.11 is hand-held pneumatic drills, 8467.81 is chain saws, and 8467.89 is other hand-held tools. Therefore, 846781 precisely corresponds to the specific commodity of chain saws.
Classification Basis
The chain saw is classified under 846781 primarily because it has the two characteristics of being "hand-held" and having a "self-contained non-electric power unit." It is usually driven by an internal combustion engine (gasoline engine) and is used for felling, pruning, etc., and is an explicitly listed commodity under heading 8467. It should not be classified under 8465 (woodworking machine tools) because the latter are stationary machine tools; nor should it be classified under 8202 (hand saws) because the chain saw is power-driven rather than a manual tool.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The standard name of the declared commodity should be filled in as "chain saw" or "gasoline chain saw," and the use should be indicated (such as felling, landscaping). Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or trademark brand, such as STIHL, Husqvarna, etc.; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand." Model: Fill in the specific specification and model, such as MS 180, 372XP, etc., which should be consistent with the actual item. Power Type: Indicate the power source, such as gasoline engine, electric, pneumatic, etc. Chain saws are usually gasoline engine powered. Power: Fill in the engine power in kilowatts (kW) or horsepower (hp), such as 2.5kW. Displacement: Gasoline chain saws require the engine displacement to be filled in, in cubic centimeters (cc), such as 45cc. Use: Explain the specific use, such as felling, landscaping pruning, emergency rescue, etc. Brand Type: Fill in the brand type according to customs requirements, such as foreign brand (OEM production), domestic brand, etc. Product Name: Chain saw (gasoline engine driven); Brand: STIHL; Model: MS 180; Power Type: Gasoline engine; Power: 1.4kW; Displacement: 31.8cc; Use: Landscape felling and pruning; Brand Type: Foreign brand (OEM production). Misreporting a chain saw as an "electric saw," resulting in classification under 8467.22 (electric saws) instead of 8467.81. Failure to distinguish the power type; electric chain saws and gasoline chain saws are classified differently (electric chain saws are classified under 8467.22). Incomplete declaration elements, such as missing displacement or power, affecting customs valuation and classification.
Product Name
The standard name of the declared commodity should be filled in as "chain saw" or "gasoline chain saw," and the use should be indicated (such as felling, landscaping).
⚠️ Filling in "electric saw" or "cutting machine," causing classification confusion.
Brand
Fill in the manufacturer or trademark brand, such as STIHL, Husqvarna, etc.; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand."
⚠️ Confusing the brand with the model, or omitting the brand.
Model
Fill in the specific specification and model, such as MS 180, 372XP, etc., which should be consistent with the actual item.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with customs declaration materials.
Power Type
Indicate the power source, such as gasoline engine, electric, pneumatic, etc. Chain saws are usually gasoline engine powered.
⚠️ Writing only "motorized" in general terms without specifying the power type.
Power
Fill in the engine power in kilowatts (kW) or horsepower (hp), such as 2.5kW.
⚠️ Incorrect power unit or failure to fill it in.
Displacement
Gasoline chain saws require the engine displacement to be filled in, in cubic centimeters (cc), such as 45cc.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in displacement for electric chain saws, or incorrect units.
Use
Explain the specific use, such as felling, landscaping pruning, emergency rescue, etc.
⚠️ The use description is too broad, such as "for cutting."
Brand Type
Fill in the brand type according to customs requirements, such as foreign brand (OEM production), domestic brand, etc.
⚠️ Confusing the brand type, resulting in inaccurate declaration.
Misreporting a chain saw as an "electric saw," resulting in classification under 8467.22 (electric saws) instead of 8467.81.
Failure to distinguish the power type; electric chain saws and gasoline chain saws are classified differently (electric chain saws are classified under 8467.22).
Incomplete declaration elements, such as missing displacement or power, affecting customs valuation and classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classifying chain saws is the text of heading 8467: "hand-held pneumatic tools or hand-held tools with self-contained non-electric power units." Chain saws are usually driven by internal combustion engines, belong to "self-contained non-electric power units," and are designed to be hand-held, so they are classified under 8467.81. If it is an electric chain saw, it belongs to "hand-held electric tools" and should be classified under 8467.22. When classifying, it is necessary to focus on confirming factors such as power type, whether it is hand-held, and use. 846722 Electric chain saws: Electric chain saws are powered by electric motors and are classified under 8467.22; gasoline chain saws are powered by internal combustion engines and are classified under 8467.81. The core difference lies in the power source. 846591 Woodworking sawing machines: 8465 covers stationary woodworking machine tools, while chain saws are hand-held tools, and 8465 does not include hand-held power tools. 820239 Hand saws: 8202 covers hand tools without self-contained power; chain saws have a power unit and belong to mechanical tools. 846789 Other hand-held tools: 8467.89 covers other hand-held tools not elsewhere specified under heading 8467; chain saws are already explicitly named under 8467.81, so they are not classified under 8467.89. 850811 Electric lawn mowers: Although lawn mowers may be hand-held, their function is mowing and they are usually classified under 8508; the function of a chain saw is sawing and it is classified under 8467. Confirm the power type: gasoline engine or electric motor? Confirm whether it is hand-held: designed for hand-held operation? Confirm the use: is it used for sawing wood, etc.? Check whether the brand and model are consistent with the actual item? Check whether the declaration elements are complete (power, displacement, etc.)?
Basis
The core basis for classifying chain saws is the text of heading 8467: "hand-held pneumatic tools or hand-held tools with self-contained non-electric power units." Chain saws are usually driven by internal combustion engines, belong to "self-contained non-electric power units," and are designed to be hand-held, so they are classified under 8467.81. If it is an electric chain saw, it belongs to "hand-held electric tools" and should be classified under 8467.22. When classifying, it is necessary to focus on confirming factors such as power type, whether it is hand-held, and use.
Confused Codes：
846722 - Electric chain saws
Electric chain saws are powered by electric motors and are classified under 8467.22; gasoline chain saws are powered by internal combustion engines and are classified under 8467.81. The core difference lies in the power source.
846591 - Woodworking sawing machines
8465 covers stationary woodworking machine tools, while chain saws are hand-held tools, and 8465 does not include hand-held power tools.
820239 - Hand saws
8202 covers hand tools without self-contained power; chain saws have a power unit and belong to mechanical tools.
846789 - Other hand-held tools
8467.89 covers other hand-held tools not elsewhere specified under heading 8467; chain saws are already explicitly named under 8467.81, so they are not classified under 8467.89.
850811 - Electric lawn mowers
Although lawn mowers may be hand-held, their function is mowing and they are usually classified under 8508; the function of a chain saw is sawing and it is classified under 8467.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm the power type: gasoline engine or electric motor?
✓ Confirm whether it is hand-held: designed for hand-held operation?
✓ Confirm the use: is it used for sawing wood, etc.?
✓ Check whether the brand and model are consistent with the actual item?
✓ Check whether the declaration elements are complete (power, displacement, etc.)?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference between chain saws and electric saws in HS codes? If a chain saw is gasoline engine driven, it is classified under 8467.81; if an electric saw is electric powered, it is classified under 8467.22. The two have different power types and different classifications. When declaring, the power source must be clearly specified to avoid confusion. How can I check the import tariff rate for chain saws? Tariff rates may change. It is recommended to use the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional query tools, and enter HS code 846781 and the country of origin to obtain the latest tariff and value-added tax rates. Is "displacement" a required field in the declaration elements for chain saws? For gasoline chain saws, displacement is an important parameter and it is recommended to fill it in; for electric chain saws, displacement is not required, but power and voltage need to be filled in. The specific requirements are subject to customs. What certifications are required for exporting chain saws? Exporting to the EU requires CE certification, and exporting to the United States requires EPA emission certification, etc. Different countries have different requirements. It is recommended to consult professional institutions or customers in advance to ensure compliance. Are chain saws classified under 846781 subject to export controls? Generally, chain saws are not controlled commodities, but if used for military or special purposes, they may be subject to controls. It is recommended to check the Customs Import and Export Tariff of China and announcements from the Ministry of Commerce. How is the HS code for chain saws applied in cross-border e-commerce? When declaring in cross-border e-commerce, the HS code must be filled in accurately so that customs can calculate taxes and conduct supervision. 846781 applies to gasoline chain saws, and electric chain saws should use 846722. How are parts of chain saws classified? Chain saw parts such as chains and guide bars, if specially designed for chain saws, are generally classified under 8467.91 (parts of chain saws); if general-purpose, they may be classified under other headings. Judgment should be made based on the specific part. Is the classification of chain saws affected by brand? Classification is not affected by brand; it is mainly based on power type, hand-held characteristics, and function. Brand only affects the filling in of declaration elements and valuation, and does not change the HS code.
Q: What is the difference between chain saws and electric saws in HS codes?
A: If a chain saw is gasoline engine driven, it is classified under 8467.81; if an electric saw is electric powered, it is classified under 8467.22. The two have different power types and different classifications. When declaring, the power source must be clearly specified to avoid confusion.
Q: How can I check the import tariff rate for chain saws?
A: Tariff rates may change. It is recommended to use the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional query tools, and enter HS code 846781 and the country of origin to obtain the latest tariff and value-added tax rates.
Q: Is "displacement" a required field in the declaration elements for chain saws?
A: For gasoline chain saws, displacement is an important parameter and it is recommended to fill it in; for electric chain saws, displacement is not required, but power and voltage need to be filled in. The specific requirements are subject to customs.
Q: What certifications are required for exporting chain saws?
A: Exporting to the EU requires CE certification, and exporting to the United States requires EPA emission certification, etc. Different countries have different requirements. It is recommended to consult professional institutions or customers in advance to ensure compliance.
Q: Are chain saws classified under 846781 subject to export controls?
A: Generally, chain saws are not controlled commodities, but if used for military or special purposes, they may be subject to controls. It is recommended to check the Customs Import and Export Tariff of China and announcements from the Ministry of Commerce.
Q: How is the HS code for chain saws applied in cross-border e-commerce?
A: When declaring in cross-border e-commerce, the HS code must be filled in accurately so that customs can calculate taxes and conduct supervision. 846781 applies to gasoline chain saws, and electric chain saws should use 846722.
Q: How are parts of chain saws classified?
A: Chain saw parts such as chains and guide bars, if specially designed for chain saws, are generally classified under 8467.91 (parts of chain saws); if general-purpose, they may be classified under other headings. Judgment should be made based on the specific part.
Q: Is the classification of chain saws affected by brand?
A: Classification is not affected by brand; it is mainly based on power type, hand-held characteristics, and function. Brand only affects the filling in of declaration elements and valuation, and does not change the HS code.
⚠️ 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.