Tools; knives and cutting blades, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry machines or mechanical appliances

HS v2017 Code: 820840

About tools; knives and cutting blades, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry machines or mechanical appliances

hs code 820840 covers a range of tools, knives, and cutting blades used in agricultural, horticultural, and forestry machinery and equipment. These specialized tools play a crucial role in the primary production sectors, enabling efficient and effective operations across a variety of industries. As a key component in the supply chain, this hs code is an important part of the broader manufacturing and industrial landscape.

Production process

The production of tools, knives, and cutting blades covered under hs code 820840 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques. This may include forging, stamping, grinding, and heat treatment to create the desired shape, edge, and durability. Precision manufacturing methods are often employed to ensure consistent quality and performance of these specialized tools.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 820840 items include high-quality steel alloys, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for metalworking. Additional inputs may include abrasives, lubricants, and other consumables used in the manufacturing process. Skilled labor with expertise in metalworking and tool design is also a critical input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of hs code 820840 are the various tools, knives, and cutting blades used in agricultural, horticultural, and forestry machinery and equipment. These specialized tools are then consumed by manufacturers of 842481 Agricultural, horticultural or forestry machinery for soil preparation or cultivation, 842482 Lawn or sports-ground rollers, 842489 Other agricultural, horticultural, forestry, poultry-keeping or bee-keeping machinery, and other related equipment and machinery.

Revisions to 820840

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 820840. The most recent 1 version of this code (820840) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 820840 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for tools; knives and cutting blades, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry machines or mechanical appliances

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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/v2017/8208'>8208: Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820840'>820840: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry machines or mechanical appliances</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820810'>820810: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances, for metal working</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820820'>820820: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for wood working machines or mechanical appliances</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820830'>820830: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for kitchen appliances or for machines used by the food industry</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/820890'>820890: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for machines or mechanical appliances, n.e.c. in heading no. 8208</a>"]

    

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