Hand tools|HTS Code

Hand tools harmonized system code

Product Overview Hand tools classified under HTS 8205.59 are manually operated, non‑powered implements primarily intended for mechanical, construction, repair and precision tasks; they comprise miscellaneous metal hand implements not elsewhere specified under other 8205 subheadings. Key characteristics include solid forged or machined construction (commonly carbon or alloy steels with typical tensile strengths of ~500–1,200 MPa), nominal unit masses from <0.05 kg (precision picks) to >5 kg (sledge hammers), overall lengths commonly 50–800 mm, and surface treatments such as phosphate conversion, zinc plating or epoxy coatings with typical thicknesses of 5–25 µm for corrosion resistance. Processing levels range from heat‑treated and ground finished components to assembled units with rivets or welds; dimensional tolerances are commonly ±0.5 mm for critical features and hardness ranges HRC 45–62 for impact or cutting faces. Subcategories within 8205.59 capture miscellaneous hand implements, non‑electrical punches and chisels, glaziers’ specialty tools not classified elsewhere, and other non‑powered specialty hand tools. Commercial applications include industrial maintenance, professional trades, retail tool distribution and assembly/repair services requiring durable manual tools. HTS Code Classification & Trade Specifications Complete six‑digit HTS structure: Chapter 82 — Tools, implements, cutlery and parts; Heading 8205 — Hand tools (including glaziers’ diamonds), not elsewhere specified or included; Subheading 8205.59 — other hand tools (HTS 8205.59). Classification rationale: items are classified here when functionally manual, principally metallic in construction, and not covered by more specific subheadings for edged tools, saws, or powered components; material composition, method of operation and finished form substantiate placement. For U.S. customs duty calculation, importers must map to the applicable 10‑digit HTSUS number and cite legal notes; duty rates vary by material, origin and trade preference. Trade considerations include common packaging (corrugated cartons 5–50 kg each, palletized 800–1,200 kg), preservation (light rust‑preventive oil, VCI paper, desiccant packs, phosphate passivation), and shipping requirements (secure blocking/bracing, segregation of sharp implements, declaration of net/gross weights and country of origin). Documentary support typically comprises ASME B107 references, ISO 9001 quality system evidence, material certificates (chemical/physical), and hardness/dimensional inspection reports to substantiate classification, valuation and compliance.

Hand tools 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.