Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal

HS v2017 Code: 82

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
82	n/a	n/a

Code	82
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	2
Datasource	WCO

This Code: Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal

Child Codes: Tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), interchangeable spanner sockets, with or without handles; Cutlery; spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware; Tools, hand; spades, shovels, mattocks, picks, hoes, forks, rakes; axes, bill hooks etc; secateurs and pruners of any kind; scythes, sickles, hay knives, hedge shears, timber wedges and other tools used in agriculture, horticulture, forestry; Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading no. 8208, and blades therefore; Tools, hand; two or more of heading no. 8202 to 8205, put up in sets for retail sale; Tools, hand; files, rasps, pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers, metal cutting shears, pipe cutters, bolt croppers, perforating punches and similar; Scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore; Tools; plates, sticks, tips and the like for tools, unmounted, of sintered metal carbides or cermets; Tools, hand; (including glaziers' diamonds) n.e.c.; blow lamps; vices, clamps etc, other than accessories for and parts of, machine-tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal operated grinding wheels with frameworks; Tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless blades); Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips); Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances; Cutlery; other articles, (e.g. hair clippers, butchers' or kitchen cleavers, choppers and mincing knives, paper knives), manicure or pedicure sets and instruments (including nail files); Tools, interchangeable; for hand tools, whether or not power-operated, or for machine tools (pressing, stamping, punching, drilling etc), including dies for drawing or extruding metal, and rock drilling or earth boring tools; Tools; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink

About tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal

hs code 82 covers a diverse range of metal tools, implements, cutlery, and related products. These items are essential for a wide variety of industries, from construction and manufacturing to food preparation and household use. The products within this code play a crucial role in supporting economic activity across numerous sectors, contributing to productivity, efficiency, and the creation of goods and services.

Production process

The production of items under hs code 82 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques, such as forging, casting, stamping, and machining. Manufacturers may use a range of base metals, including steel, aluminum, and various alloys, depending on the specific product requirements. Advanced manufacturing processes, including computer-aided design and automation, are often employed to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 82 items include raw metal materials, specialized machinery and tools, and skilled labor. Manufacturers may also rely on various consumables, such as cutting fluids, abrasives, and protective equipment. The availability and cost of these inputs can significantly impact the overall competitiveness of the industry.

Production outputs

The diverse range of products covered by hs code 82 are widely used across numerous industries. These include 44 Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal, 73 Articles of iron or steel, 84 Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof, and 94 Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings. The outputs of this industry are essential for the production, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of goods and infrastructure.

Family tree for tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/82'>82: Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8201'>8201: Tools, hand; spades, shovels, mattocks, picks, hoes, forks, rakes; axes, bill hooks etc; secateurs and pruners of any kind; scythes, sickles, hay knives, hedge shears, timber wedges and other tools used in agriculture, horticulture, forestry</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8202'>8202: Tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless blades)</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8203'>8203: Tools, hand; files, rasps, pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers, metal cutting shears, pipe cutters, bolt croppers, perforating punches and similar</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8204'>8204: Tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), interchangeable spanner sockets, with or without handles</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8205'>8205: Tools, hand; (including glaziers' diamonds) n.e.c.; blow lamps; vices, clamps etc, other than accessories for and parts of, machine-tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal operated grinding wheels with frameworks</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8206'>8206: Tools, hand; two or more of heading no. 8202 to 8205, put up in sets for retail sale</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8207'>8207: Tools, interchangeable; for hand tools, whether or not power-operated, or for machine tools (pressing, stamping, punching, drilling etc), including dies for drawing or extruding metal, and rock drilling or earth boring tools</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8208'>8208: Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8209'>8209: Tools; plates, sticks, tips and the like for tools, unmounted, of sintered metal carbides or cermets</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8210'>8210: Tools; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8211'>8211: Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading no. 8208, and blades therefore</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8212'>8212: Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips)</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8213'>8213: Scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8214'>8214: Cutlery; other articles, (e.g. hair clippers, butchers' or kitchen cleavers, choppers and mincing knives, paper knives), manicure or pedicure sets and instruments (including nail files)</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8215'>8215: Cutlery; spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware</a>"]


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