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

HS v2022 Code: 8207

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
82	07	n/a

Code	8207
Version	HS v2022
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: 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

Child Codes: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for pressing, stamping or punching; Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for drilling (other than rock); Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for turning; Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for milling; Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), dies for drawing or extruding metal; Tools, interchangeable; rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part of cermets, whether or not power operated; Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for tapping or threading; Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for boring or broaching; Tools, interchangeable; rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part (other than of cermets), whether or not power operated, including parts; Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for screw-driving or uses n.e.c. in heading no. 8207

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), interchangeable spanner sockets, with or without handles; 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; Tools, hand; two or more of heading no. 8202 to 8205, put up in sets for retail sale; Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances; Tools; plates, sticks, tips and the like for tools, unmounted, of sintered metal carbides or cermets

About 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

HS code 8207 covers a wide range of interchangeable tools used in various industrial and construction applications. These tools are essential for the operation of hand tools, power tools, and machine tools, enabling critical processes such as pressing, stamping, punching, drilling, and more. This industry plays a vital role in supporting manufacturing, construction, and other sectors that rely on these specialized tools for their operations.

Production process

The production of tools under HS code 8207 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques, including forging, casting, machining, and heat treatment. Manufacturers may use advanced computer-controlled machinery to ensure precision and consistency in the manufacturing process. The tools are often designed to be durable, versatile, and interchangeable, allowing for efficient use across a range of applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of tools under HS code 8207 include high-quality steel, carbide, and other specialized materials. Manufacturers also rely on advanced machinery, such as CNC machines, presses, and grinding equipment, to shape and finish the tools. Additionally, skilled labor, including tool designers, machinists, and quality control personnel, are essential for the production of these specialized tools.

Production outputs

The tools produced under HS code 8207 are used in a wide range of industries, including 8201 Hand tools: spades, shovels, mattocks, picks, hoes, forks and rakes; axes, bill hooks and similar hewing tools; secateurs and pruners of any kind; scythes, sickles, hay knives, hedge shears, timber wedges and other tools of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry, 8202 Handsaws; blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless saw blades, 8203 (Files, rasps, pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers, metal cutting shears, pipe-cutters, bolt croppers, perforating punches and similar hand tools), and 8204 (Hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches); interchangeable spanner sockets, with or without handles). These tools are essential for a wide range of manufacturing, construction, and maintenance activities.

Family tree for 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

    graph LR
    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/v2022/8207'>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 --> 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/v2022/8202'>8202: Tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless saw blades)</a>"]
A --> E["<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 --> F["<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 --> G["<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 --> H["<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 --> 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/v2022/820713'>820713: Tools, interchangeable; rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part of cermets, whether or not power operated</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820719'>820719: Tools, interchangeable; rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part (other than of cermets), whether or not power operated, including parts</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820720'>820720: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), dies for drawing or extruding metal</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820730'>820730: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for pressing, stamping or punching</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820740'>820740: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for tapping or threading</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820750'>820750: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for drilling (other than rock)</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820760'>820760: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for boring or broaching</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820770'>820770: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for milling</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820780'>820780: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for turning</a>"]
B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820790'>820790: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for screw-driving or uses n.e.c. in heading no. 8207</a>"]


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