Tools; knives and cutting blades, for wood working machines or mechanical appliances

HS v2022 Code: 820820

About tools; knives and cutting blades, for wood working machines or mechanical appliances

HS code 820820 covers a range of tools, knives, and cutting blades used in woodworking machines and other mechanical appliances. This industry plays a crucial role in the manufacturing and construction sectors, providing the essential tools needed to shape, cut, and process wood and other materials. As a key component of the broader metalworking industry, the 820820 product category contributes significantly to the global economy, supporting a wide range of industries and applications.

Production process

The production of tools, knives, and cutting blades for woodworking machines and mechanical appliances typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques. This includes forging, stamping, casting, and machining processes to shape the raw materials, such as steel or other alloys, into the desired tool or blade forms. Precision grinding and finishing steps are often employed to ensure the cutting edges and surfaces meet the required specifications for performance and durability.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the 820820 industry include high-quality steel and other metal alloys, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for metalworking processes. Manufacturers may also rely on various abrasives, lubricants, and other consumables to support the production of these tools and blades. Additionally, the industry requires skilled labor, including machinists, tool and die makers, and quality control personnel, to ensure the consistent and reliable manufacture of these essential woodworking and mechanical appliance components.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 820820 industry are the various tools, knives, and cutting blades used in woodworking machines and mechanical appliances. These products are often consumed by manufacturers and end-users in the 940600 Furniture and 940300 Furniture, wooden industries, as well as the broader 846000 Machinery and 842000 Machinery sectors. The tools and blades produced under HS code 820820 are critical for shaping, cutting, and processing wood and other materials, supporting a wide range of industrial and construction applications.

Revisions to 820820

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 820820. The most recent 1 version of this code (820820) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 820820.

Family tree for tools; knives and cutting blades, for wood working machines or mechanical appliances

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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/v2022/8208'>8208: Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820820'>820820: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for wood working machines or mechanical appliances</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820810'>820810: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances, for metal working</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820830'>820830: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for kitchen appliances or for machines used by the food industry</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820840'>820840: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry machines or mechanical appliances</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/820890'>820890: Tools; knives and cutting blades, for machines or mechanical appliances, n.e.c. in heading no. 8208</a>"]

    

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