HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8205.20 – Tools, hand; hammers and sledge hammers
HS code 8205.20 is the 6-digit subheading for tools, hand, hammers and sledge hammers. It is used for claw hammer, ball-peen hammer, sledgehammer, rubber mallet and framing hammer.
What HS 8205.20 covers
This HS code covers hand-operated hammers and sledge hammers, essential tools traded globally for construction, demolition, woodworking, metalworking, and general repair tasks. These tools are fundamental in both professional trades and household DIY projects, making them a staple in hardware stores, industrial supply chains, and e-commerce platforms worldwide. Key considerations in international trade include the material quality (e.g., steel head, fiberglass or wood handle), ergonomic design for user comfort and safety, and specialized features like anti-vibration technology. Major importers and exporters include manufacturers specializing in hand tools, large retail chains, and construction equipment suppliers, reflecting the universal demand for these basic yet indispensable implements.
- Covers
- Claw hammer
- Ball-peen hammer
- Sledgehammer
- Rubber mallet
- Framing hammer
- Dead blow hammer
- Club hammer
- Examples
- Estwing Claw Hammer
- Stanley FatMax Sledgehammer
- Thor Rubber Mallet
- Vaughan Framing Hammer
Codes often confused with 8205.20
Common mistake. This code can be confused with power-operated hammering tools (8467) or specialized industrial tools (8207) if designed for specific machine applications, rather than purely hand operation.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 820520, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 820520 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% of world imports. Mexico reports $146M of its chapter 82 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $319M 54% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$46M 7.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $32M 5.4% of world exports
Mexico reports $146M of its chapter 82 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $594M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $119M 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $33M 6.0% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $22M 4.0% of world imports
World total: $548M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8205.20
Brazil does not split HS 8205.20: its NCM code is 8205.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 82.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8205.20
What is HS code 820520?
HS code 820520 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tools, hand; hammers and sledge hammers. This HS code covers hand-operated hammers and sledge hammers, essential tools traded globally for construction, demolition, woodworking, metalworking, and general repair tasks. These tools are fundamental in both professional trades and household DIY projects, making them a staple in hardware stores, industrial supply chains, and e-commerce platforms worldwide. Key considerations in international trade include the material quality (e.g., steel head, fiberglass or wood handle), ergonomic design for user comfort and safety, and specialized features like anti-vibration technology. Major importers and exporters include manufacturers specializing in hand tools, large retail chains, and construction equipment suppliers, reflecting the universal demand for these basic yet indispensable implements.
What products fall under HS code 820520?
Claw hammer, ball-peen hammer, sledgehammer, rubber mallet, framing hammer, dead blow hammer, club hammer
What are common misclassifications for HS code 820520?
This code can be confused with power-operated hammering tools (8467) or specialized industrial tools (8207) if designed for specific machine applications, rather than purely hand operation.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 820520?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 820520 in UN Comtrade data were China ($319M, 54% of world exports), Taiwan (about $46M) and Germany ($32M). World exports came to about $594M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $146M of its chapter 82 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 820520?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 820520 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($119M, 22% of world imports), Germany ($33M) and the Netherlands ($22M). World imports came to about $548M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 820520 structured?
HS code 820520 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (82) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 820520?
In Brazil, HS code 820520 is NCM 8205.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.