About HS Code 820190
This broad HS code covers a variety of hand tools primarily used in agriculture, horticulture, and forestry, not elsewhere specified within heading 8201. This includes traditional tools like forks, scythes, sickles, and hay knives, as well as timber wedges and other specialized implements. The trade in these tools reflects the diverse practices in farming and land management globally, from traditional methods to specialized tasks in modern agriculture. Major importers are often countries with significant agricultural sectors, both large-scale and small-holder, such as India, various African nations, and parts of Europe. Exporters typically include countries with established tool manufacturing industries, like China, India, and European countries. Key things to know include the regional variations in tool design, the materials used for durability (e.g., forged steel), and the balance between cost-effectiveness and ergonomic design for manual labor.
Products Under This Code
Garden forks, Pitchforks, Scythes, Sickles, Hay knives, Timber wedges, Rakes (hand-operated), Hoes, Cultivators (hand-operated)
Real World Examples
Spear & Jackson Digging Fork, Truper Manure Fork, Seymour Midwest Scythe, Corona Sickle, Council Tool Timber Wedge, Bulldog Premier Border Fork
Common Misclassification
This is a residual "n.e.c." code within heading 8201, meaning it covers tools not specifically listed in other subheadings of 8201 (e.g., not spades/shovels 820110, or secateurs 820150/820160). Care must be taken to ensure a tool doesn't fit a more specific 8201 subheading before classifying it here.
Products Classified Under 8201.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Metals & Metal Products industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include India, various African nations, and European countries, while major exporters are China, India, and European manufacturers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 820190?
HS code 820190 covers: Tools, hand; forks, scythes, sickles, hay knives, timber wedges, and other hand tools of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry n.e.c. in heading 8201. This broad HS code covers a variety of hand tools primarily used in agriculture, horticulture, and forestry, not elsewhere specified within heading 8201. This includes traditional tools like forks, scythes, sickles, and hay knives, as well as timber wedges and other specialized implements. The trade in these tools reflects the diverse practices in farming and land management globally, from traditional methods to specialized tasks in modern agriculture. Major importers are often countries with significant agricultural sectors, both large-scale and small-holder, such as India, various African nations, and parts of Europe. Exporters typically include countries with established tool manufacturing industries, like China, India, and European countries. Key things to know include the regional variations in tool design, the materials used for durability (e.g., forged steel), and the balance between cost-effectiveness and ergonomic design for manual labor.
What products fall under HS code 820190?
Garden forks, Pitchforks, Scythes, Sickles, Hay knives, Timber wedges, Rakes (hand-operated), Hoes, Cultivators (hand-operated)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 820190?
This is a residual "n.e.c." code within heading 8201, meaning it covers tools not specifically listed in other subheadings of 8201 (e.g., not spades/shovels 820110, or secateurs 820150/820160). Care must be taken to ensure a tool doesn't fit a more specific 8201 subheading before classifying it here.
How is HS code 820190 structured?
HS code 820190 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (82) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.