Tools, hand; spades and shovels

HS v2017 Code: 820110

About tools, hand; spades and shovels

hs code 820110 covers a range of hand tools, including spades and shovels, which are essential for various industries and applications. These tools are widely used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and other sectors that require manual digging, excavation, and soil manipulation. The demand for these hand tools remains consistent across both developed and developing economies, as they continue to play a crucial role in infrastructure development, land preparation, and small-scale farming activities.

Production process

The production of hand tools like spades and shovels typically involves a combination of metalworking and fabrication techniques. The process often starts with the selection of high-quality steel or other durable materials, which are then cut, shaped, and tempered to create the desired tool head. The handle, usually made of wood or composite materials, is then attached to the tool head using various joining methods, such as welding or riveting. Quality control and finishing processes, such as polishing and painting, are also important steps in the production of these hand tools.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 820110 hand tools include steel or other metal alloys for the tool heads, wood or composite materials for the handles, and various fasteners and adhesives for assembling the components. Additionally, specialized machinery, such as metal-cutting equipment, forging presses, and welding stations, are necessary for the manufacturing process. The availability and cost of these raw materials and production equipment can significantly impact the overall supply and pricing of these hand tools.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of hs code 820110 are the various types of hand tools, including spades, shovels, and other digging implements. These tools are then consumed by a wide range of industries, such as 441210 Construction and mining machinery manufacturing, 111000 Crop production, and 561730 Landscaping services, where they are used for tasks like excavation, soil preparation, and material handling. The demand for these hand tools is driven by the ongoing need for manual labor and small-scale equipment in these sectors.

Revisions to 820110

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 820110. The most recent 1 version of this code (820110) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 820110 ( HS v2017).

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Family tree for tools, hand; spades and shovels

    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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820110'>820110: Tools, hand; spades and shovels</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820130'>820130: Tools, hand; mattocks, picks, hoes and rakes</a>"]
B --> E["<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 --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820150'>820150: Tools, hand; one-handed secateurs (including poultry shears)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820160'>820160: Tools, hand; hedge shears, two-handed pruning shears and similar two-handed shears</a>"]
B --> H["<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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