HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8207.13 – Tools, interchangeable; rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part of cermets, whether or not power operated

HS code 8207.13 is the 6-digit subheading for tools, interchangeable, rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part of cermets, whether or not power operated. It is used for rock drill bits (cermet), earth auger bits (cermet), tunnel boring machine cutters (cermet), rotary drill bits (cermet) and core drill bits (cermet).

What HS 8207.13 covers

This category covers specialized interchangeable tools for rock drilling or earth boring, distinguished by their working part being made of cermets (ceramic-metal composites), whether or not power-operated. These high-performance tools are critical in demanding sectors such as mining, construction, oil and gas exploration, and civil engineering projects, where extreme durability and cutting efficiency in hard materials are paramount. International trade involves specialized industrial suppliers, mining equipment distributors, and construction machinery parts providers. The cermet composition is a key factor, offering superior wear resistance and thermal stability compared to traditional materials, enabling longer tool life and improved drilling performance in challenging geological conditions.

Covers
  • Rock drill bits (cermet)
  • Earth auger bits (cermet)
  • Tunnel boring machine cutters (cermet)
  • Rotary drill bits (cermet)
  • Core drill bits (cermet)
  • Mining picks (cermet tips)
Examples
  • Sandvik Rock Tools
  • Atlas Copco Drill Bits
  • Kennametal Mining Tools
  • Boart Longyear Drilling Tools

Codes often confused with 8207.13

Common mistake. This code can be confused with other drilling tools made of different materials (e.g., 820719 for other materials) or fixed-part tools (8205). The 'interchangeable' and 'cermet' aspects are crucial for correct classification.

8207.19Tools, interchangeable; rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part (other than of cermets), whether or not power operated, including parts82.05Tools, hand; (including glaziers' diamonds) n.e.c.; blow lamps; vices, clamps etc, other than accessories for and parts of, machine-tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal operated grinding wheels with frameworks

Top exporters and importers of HS code 820713, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 820713 in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Sweden $119M
  2. 2 United States $115M
  3. 3 China $65M

World total: $623M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $120M
  2. 2 Australia $56M
  3. 3 South Africa $46M

World total: $685M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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. 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 8207.13

Brazil does not split HS 8207.13: its NCM code is 8207.13.00.

  1. 8207.13.00 Rock or earth boring tools, cermet working partCom parte operante de cermets

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 82.07 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 8207.13

What is HS code 820713?

HS code 820713 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tools, interchangeable; rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part of cermets, whether or not power operated. This category covers specialized interchangeable tools for rock drilling or earth boring, distinguished by their working part being made of cermets (ceramic-metal composites), whether or not power-operated. These high-performance tools are critical in demanding sectors such as mining, construction, oil and gas exploration, and civil engineering projects, where extreme durability and cutting efficiency in hard materials are paramount. International trade involves specialized industrial suppliers, mining equipment distributors, and construction machinery parts providers. The cermet composition is a key factor, offering superior wear resistance and thermal stability compared to traditional materials, enabling longer tool life and improved drilling performance in challenging geological conditions.

What products fall under HS code 820713?

Rock drill bits (cermet), earth auger bits (cermet), tunnel boring machine cutters (cermet), rotary drill bits (cermet), core drill bits (cermet), mining picks (cermet tips)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 820713?

This code can be confused with other drilling tools made of different materials (e.g., 820719 for other materials) or fixed-part tools (8205). The 'interchangeable' and 'cermet' aspects are crucial for correct classification.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 820713?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 820713 in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($119M, 19% of world exports), the United States ($115M) and China ($65M). World exports came to about $623M, 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.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 820713?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 820713 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($120M, 17% of world imports), Australia ($56M) and South Africa ($46M). World imports came to about $685M, 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 820713 structured?

HS code 820713 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (82) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (13) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 820713?

In Brazil, HS code 820713 is NCM 8207.13.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.