Tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), adjustable

HS v2022 Code: 820412

About tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), adjustable

HS code 820412 covers a wide range of hand tools, including adjustable spanners and wrenches. These tools are essential for a variety of industries, from automotive repair and maintenance to construction and manufacturing. They play a crucial role in the assembly, disassembly, and maintenance of machinery, equipment, and structures, making them an integral part of the global economy.

Production process

The production of hand tools under HS code 820412 typically involves a combination of forging, casting, and machining processes. Manufacturers start with raw materials such as steel, alloy, or high-carbon steel, which are then shaped and refined through various techniques, including stamping, grinding, and heat treatment, to create the desired tool characteristics, such as strength, durability, and precision.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hand tools under HS code 820412 include raw materials like steel, alloy, and high-carbon steel, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for forging, casting, and machining. Additionally, manufacturers may require various tools and accessories, such as dies, molds, and cutting tools, to ensure the efficient and accurate production of these hand tools.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 820412 are adjustable spanners and wrenches, which are used in a wide range of applications. These tools are often consumed by industries such as 870323 Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons, 842199 Parts of machinery for cleaning, filling, packing or wrapping, and 842489 Machinery for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers, among others, where they are essential for the assembly, maintenance, and repair of various products and equipment.

Revisions to 820412

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 820412. The most recent 1 version of this code (820412) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 820412.

Family tree for tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), adjustable

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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/v2022/8204'>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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820412'>820412: Tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), adjustable</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820411'>820411: Tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), non-adjustable</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820420'>820420: Tools, hand; interchangeable spanner sockets, with or without handles</a>"]

    

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