Tools, hand; files, rasps and similar tools

HS v2017 Code: 820310

About tools, hand; files, rasps and similar tools

hs code 820310 covers a wide range of hand tools, including files, rasps, and other similar tools used for various industrial and DIY applications. These tools play a crucial role in shaping, smoothing, and finishing materials across numerous sectors, from construction and metalworking to woodworking and automotive repair. As an essential component of many manufacturing and maintenance processes, the hand tools industry represented by this code is a vital part of the broader global economy.

Production process

The production of hand tools under hs code 820310 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques. This may include forging, casting, machining, and heat treatment to create the desired shape, hardness, and durability of the tools. Many manufacturers also incorporate specialized coatings or finishes to enhance the tools' performance and longevity.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hand tools under hs code 820310 include high-quality steel or other metal alloys, as well as various abrasives and polishing materials used in the finishing process. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery, such as lathes, grinders, and presses, to shape and refine the tools. Additionally, the industry requires skilled labor to design, engineer, and assemble the final products.

Production outputs

The hand tools produced under hs code 820310 are used across a wide range of industries, including 820240 Tools, hand; files, rasps and similar tools, 820120 Tools, hand; pliers, pincers and tweezers, and 820520 Tools, hand; blow lamps and the like. These tools are essential for tasks such as shaping, smoothing, and finishing materials, making them a critical component in the manufacturing, construction, and maintenance sectors.

Revisions to 820310

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 820310. The most recent 1 version of this code (820310) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 820310 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for tools, hand; files, rasps and similar tools

    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/v2017/8203'>8203: Tools, hand; files, rasps, pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers, metal cutting shears, pipe cutters, bolt croppers, perforating punches and similar</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820310'>820310: Tools, hand; files, rasps and similar tools</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820320'>820320: Tools, hand; pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers and similar tools</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820330'>820330: Tools, hand; metal cutting shears and similar tools</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820340'>820340: Tools, hand; pipe-cutters, bolt croppers, perforating punches and similar tools</a>"]

    

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