Cutter|HS Code

Cutter harmonized system code

Product Overview The Cutter, classified under HS Code 8203, is a manually-operated tool designed to cut, shape, or remove material. This product is characterized by its hardened metallic blade, ergonomic handle design, and high-level processing attributes. The blade is typically constructed from high-quality steel to ensure durability and a sharp cutting edge. The Cutter under HS Code 8203 includes various subcategories, such as files, rasps, pliers, metal cutting shears, and pipe cutters. These tools are commonly used in a multitude of industries including food service for precision cutting, retail for packaging purposes, and processing industries for material manipulation. The Cutter's competitive advantage lies in its versatility, durability, and the high level of precision it provides, making it an indispensable tool in various commercial applications. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The Cutter's HS Code is 8203, falling under Chapter 82 (Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metal), Heading 03 (Files, rasps, pliers, metal cutting shears, pipe cutters, bolt croppers, perforating punches and similar hand tools). This specific classification exists due to the Cutter's primary function as a hand-operated tool used for cutting or shaping. In terms of trade, these tools are typically packaged in secure, robust packaging to prevent damage during transit. Preservation methods include rust-preventive coatings for the metal components. Shipping requirements generally involve proper cushioning and packing to prevent movement during transport. Quality standards for these tools are stringent, with measures including blade sharpness, handle ergonomics, and overall durability. All these factors align with the WTO and customs documentation standards, ensuring seamless international trade. The given description is constructed to support customs classification and trade documentation needs while being digestible and informative for busy trade professionals.

Cutter Chapter Note

1.- Apart from blow lamps, portable forges, grinding wheels with frameworks, manicure or pedicure sets, and goods of heading 82.09, this Chapter covers only articles with a blade, working edge, working surface or other working part of : (a) Base metal; (b) Metal carbides or cermets; (c) Precious or semi-precious stones (natural, synthetic or reconstructed) on a support of base metal, metal carbide or cermet; or (d) Abrasive materials on a support of base metal, provided that the articles have cutting teeth, flutes, grooves, or the like, of base metal, which retain their identity and function after the application of the abrasive. 2.- Parts of base metal of the articles of this Chapter are to be classified with the articles of which they are parts, except parts separately specified as such and tool-holders for hand tools (heading 84.66). However, parts of general use as defined in Note 2 to Section XV are in all cases excluded from this Chapter. Heads, blades and cutting plates for electric shavers or electric hair clippers are to be classified in heading 85.10. 3.- Sets consisting of one or more knives of heading 82.11 and at least an equal number of articles of heading 82.15 are to be classified in heading 82.15.