Tools, hand; chain saw blades

HS v2017 Code: 820240

About tools, hand; chain saw blades

hs code 820240 covers a range of hand tools, including chain saw blades. These tools are essential for various industries, from forestry and construction to DIY and landscaping. They play a crucial role in the broader economy, enabling efficient and effective completion of tasks that require cutting, shaping, or manipulating materials. The demand for these tools is driven by ongoing infrastructure development, home improvement projects, and the need for reliable equipment in industries that rely on cutting and shaping operations.

Production process

The production of tools and chain saw blades covered under hs code 820240 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques. This includes forging, stamping, and machining to shape the tool or blade from raw materials such as steel. Heat treatment processes may also be used to harden and temper the metal, improving its durability and cutting performance. Precision grinding and finishing steps are often employed to ensure the tools meet strict quality and safety standards.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of tools and chain saw blades under hs code 820240 include high-quality steel, as well as other materials such as carbide or diamond for specialized cutting edges. Manufacturers also rely on various types of metalworking machinery, including forging presses, stamping machines, and computer numerical control (CNC) equipment. Additional inputs may include abrasives, lubricants, and specialized coatings to enhance the tools' performance and lifespan.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by hs code 820240 are hand tools and chain saw blades. These products are used in a wide range of applications, including 820713 Saws, hand or strap, with working part of base metal for woodworking, 820740 Tools, hand, non-mechanical, nesoi, and parts thereof, of base metal for general construction and DIY tasks, and 842481 Mechanical appliances for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders; fire extinguishers, spray guns and similar appliances for specialized applications such as forestry and landscaping.

Revisions to 820240

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 820240. The most recent 1 version of this code (820240) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 820240 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
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Family tree for tools, hand; chain saw blades

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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/v2017/8202'>8202: Tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless blades)</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820240'>820240: Tools, hand; chain saw blades</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820210'>820210: Tools, hand; hand saws</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820220'>820220: Tools, hand; band saw blades</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820231'>820231: Tools, hand; circular saw blades (including slitting or slotting saw blades), with working part of steel</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820239'>820239: Tools, hand; circular saw blades (including slitting or slotting saw blades), with working part of materials (other than steel)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820291'>820291: Tools, hand; straight saw blades, for working metal</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820299'>820299: Tools, hand; saw blades n.e.c. in heading no. 8202</a>"]

    

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