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

HS v2017 Code: 8201

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
82	01	n/a

Code	8201
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	82

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

This Code: 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

Child Codes: Tools, hand; one-handed secateurs (including poultry shears); Tools, hand; mattocks, picks, hoes and rakes; Tools, hand; spades and shovels; Tools, hand; forks, scythes, sickles, hay knives, timber wedges, and other hand tools of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry n.e.c. in heading 8201; Tools, hand; axes, bill hooks and similar hewing tools, of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry; Tools, hand; hedge shears, two-handed pruning shears and similar two-handed shears

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless blades); Tools, hand; files, rasps, pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers, metal cutting shears, pipe cutters, bolt croppers, perforating punches and similar; Tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), interchangeable spanner sockets, with or without handles; 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; two or more of heading no. 8202 to 8205, put up in sets for retail sale

About 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

hs code 8201 covers a wide range of hand tools commonly used in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, and other outdoor industries. These tools are essential for tasks such as digging, cutting, pruning, and maintaining various crops, plants, and landscapes. The global market for these hand tools is substantial, driven by the ongoing need for efficient and reliable equipment in the primary sectors of the economy.

Production process

The production of hand tools under hs code 8201 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques, including forging, casting, and machining. Manufacturers may use high-carbon steel or other durable alloys to ensure the tools' strength and longevity. The tools are often designed with ergonomic handles and specialized shapes to optimize their performance and ease of use for the intended applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 8201 hand tools include raw materials such as steel, wood, and various fasteners and components. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery, such as forge presses, grinding equipment, and assembly lines, to ensure consistent quality and efficient production. Additionally, skilled labor, including blacksmiths, machinists, and tool designers, plays a crucial role in the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The hand tools classified under hs code 8201 are primarily consumed by industries such as 0101 Agriculture, 0102 Horticulture, and 0201 Forestry. These tools are essential for a wide range of tasks, including soil preparation, planting, harvesting, pruning, and general maintenance of crops, gardens, and forests. The output of this industry also supports other related sectors, such as 4301 Construction and 9301 Landscaping.

Family tree for 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

    graph LR
    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>"]

    B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820110'>820110: Tools, hand; spades and shovels</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820130'>820130: Tools, hand; mattocks, picks, hoes and rakes</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820140'>820140: Tools, hand; axes, bill hooks and similar hewing tools, of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820150'>820150: Tools, hand; one-handed secateurs (including poultry shears)</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820160'>820160: Tools, hand; hedge shears, two-handed pruning shears and similar two-handed shears</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820190'>820190: Tools, hand; forks, scythes, sickles, hay knives, timber wedges, and other hand tools of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry n.e.c. in heading 8201</a>"]


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