Tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless saw blades)

HS v2022 Code: 8202

About tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless saw blades)

HS code 8202 covers a wide range of hand tools, including various types of saws and saw blades. These tools are essential for a variety of industries, from construction and woodworking to metalworking and DIY projects. The global market for these tools is substantial, driven by factors such as infrastructure development, home improvement trends, and the need for efficient cutting and shaping tools across numerous sectors.

Production process

The production of tools and saw blades under HS code 8202 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques. This may include stamping, forging, grinding, and heat treatment to create the desired shape, strength, and cutting edge. Manufacturers often use specialized machinery and precision equipment to ensure consistent quality and performance of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of tools and saw blades under HS code 8202 include various types of metal, such as carbon steel, alloy steel, and high-speed steel. Manufacturers may also use abrasives, lubricants, and specialized coatings to enhance the durability and performance of the tools. Additionally, the production process requires access to machinery, such as saws, grinders, and presses, as well as skilled labor to operate these tools effectively.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 8202 are hand tools, including a wide range of saws and saw blades. These tools are used in a variety of applications, such as 4401 Woodworking, 8424 Metalworking, and 4302 Construction. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by other industries that require efficient cutting and shaping tools, such as 4302 Construction, 3100 Furniture, and 8708 Automotive.

Family tree for tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless saw blades)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/82'>82: Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8202'>8202: Tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless saw blades)</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8201'>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/v2022/8203'>8203: Tools, hand; files, rasps, pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers, metal cutting shears, pipe cutters, bolt croppers, perforating punches and similar</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8204'>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 --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8205'>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 --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8206'>8206: Tools, hand; two or more of heading no. 8202 to 8205, put up in sets for retail sale</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8207'>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 --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8208'>8208: Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8209'>8209: Tools; plates, sticks, tips and the like for tools, unmounted, of sintered metal carbides or cermets</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8210'>8210: Tools; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8211'>8211: Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading no. 8208, and blades therefore</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8212'>8212: Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips)</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8213'>8213: Scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8214'>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/v2022/8215'>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/v2022/820210'>820210: Tools, hand; hand saws</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820220'>820220: Tools, hand; band saw blades</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820231'>820231: Tools, hand; circular saw blades (including slitting or slotting saw blades), with working part of steel</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820239'>820239: Tools, hand; circular saw blades (including slitting or slotting saw blades), with working part of materials (other than steel)</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820240'>820240: Tools, hand; chain saw blades</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820291'>820291: Tools, hand; straight saw blades, for working metal</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820299'>820299: Tools, hand; saw blades n.e.c. in heading no. 8202</a>"]


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