Scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore

HS v2017 Code: 8213

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
82	13	n/a

Code	8213
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: Scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore

Child Codes: Scissors; tailors' shears, similar shears and blades therefore

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Tools; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink; Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading no. 8208, and blades therefore; Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips); 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); Cutlery; spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware

About scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore

hs code 8213 covers a diverse range of cutting tools, including scissors, tailors' shears, and similar shears. These products are essential for a wide variety of industries, from fashion and textiles to arts and crafts. The global market for these cutting tools is substantial, with demand driven by both commercial and consumer applications. As a key component in many manufacturing and creative processes, the 8213 industry plays an important role in the broader economy.

Production process

The production of scissors, shears, and related blades typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques. This may include stamping, forging, and grinding to shape the blades, as well as assembly processes to attach the handles and other components. Quality control and finishing steps, such as heat treatment and polishing, are also crucial to ensure the durability and performance of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 8213 industry include high-quality steel alloys for the blades, as well as materials like plastic, wood, or metal for the handles and other components. Specialized machinery, such as stamping presses and grinding equipment, is also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled labor, including tool and die makers, is necessary to ensure the precision and consistency of the final products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 8213 industry are scissors, tailors' shears, and similar cutting tools. These products are used across a wide range of industries, including 6302 Textile, clothing, and footwear, 9503 Toys, games, and sports requisites, and 9608 Pens, pencils, and other writing or drawing implements. The output of the 8213 industry may also be consumed by 8214 Other articles of cutlery; manicure or pedicure sets and instruments, as the blades and components produced can be used in the manufacture of related cutting tools.

Family tree for scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore

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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/v2017/8213'>8213: Scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore</a>"]

    A --> C["<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 --> D["<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 --> E["<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 --> F["<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 --> G["<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 --> H["<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 --> I["<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 --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8208'>8208: Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances</a>"]
A --> K["<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 --> L["<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 --> M["<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 --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8212'>8212: Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips)</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/v2017/821300'>821300: Scissors; tailors' shears, similar shears and blades therefore</a>"]


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