HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8207.70 – Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for milling
HS code 8207.70 is the 6-digit subheading for tools, interchangeable, (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for milling. It is used for end mills, face mills, ball nose mills, shell mills and slotting cutters.
What HS 8207.70 covers
This HS code covers interchangeable tools used for milling, a fundamental machining process that shapes workpieces by removing material through rotational cutting. Milling tools are indispensable across a vast range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, mold and die manufacturing, and general machining, for operations from roughing to fine finishing. Global trade is dominated by specialized cutting tool manufacturers who supply a diverse array of cutters to machine shops, CNC machining centers, and industrial manufacturers worldwide. Key factors influencing trade include the tool's material (e.g., high-speed steel, solid carbide, ceramic), its coating, geometry, and the number of flutes, all of which significantly impact cutting performance, tool life, and the quality of the finished surface. The market is highly competitive and driven by technological advancements in materials and machining processes.
- Covers
- End mills
- Face mills
- Ball nose mills
- Shell mills
- Slotting cutters
- Side and face cutters
- Indexable milling inserts
- Router bits
- Examples
- Sandvik Coromant end mills
- Kennametal milling cutters
- Iscar milling inserts
- Seco Tools milling solutions
Codes often confused with 8207.70
Common mistake. Can be confused with 8466 (parts and accessories for machine tools) if considered a generic machine part, or 820790 (other interchangeable tools) if the specific milling function is not clearly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 820770, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 820770 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% 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 Germany $813M 28% of world exports
- 2 China $400M 14% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $196M 6.7% of world exports
World total: $2.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $483M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $322M 11% of world imports
- 3 France $162M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $3.0B 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 codes for 8207.70 3
Brazil splits HS 8207.70 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8207.70.10 End millsDe topo
- 8207.70.20 Gear-cutting milling toolsPara cortar engrenagens
- 8207.70.90 Other milling toolsOutras
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 8207.70
What is HS code 820770?
HS code 820770 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for milling. This HS code covers interchangeable tools used for milling, a fundamental machining process that shapes workpieces by removing material through rotational cutting. Milling tools are indispensable across a vast range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, mold and die manufacturing, and general machining, for operations from roughing to fine finishing. Global trade is dominated by specialized cutting tool manufacturers who supply a diverse array of cutters to machine shops, CNC machining centers, and industrial manufacturers worldwide. Key factors influencing trade include the tool's material (e.g., high-speed steel, solid carbide, ceramic), its coating, geometry, and the number of flutes, all of which significantly impact cutting performance, tool life, and the quality of the finished surface. The market is highly competitive and driven by technological advancements in materials and machining processes.
What products fall under HS code 820770?
End mills, face mills, ball nose mills, shell mills, slotting cutters, side and face cutters, indexable milling inserts, router bits
What are common misclassifications for HS code 820770?
Can be confused with 8466 (parts and accessories for machine tools) if considered a generic machine part, or 820790 (other interchangeable tools) if the specific milling function is not clearly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 820770?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 820770 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($813M, 28% of world exports), China ($400M) and Switzerland ($196M). World exports came to about $2.9B, 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 820770?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 820770 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($483M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($322M) and France ($162M). World imports came to about $3.0B, 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 820770 structured?
HS code 820770 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 (70) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 820770?
Brazil splits HS code 820770 into 3 NCM codes: 8207.70.10 (End mills), 8207.70.20 (Gear-cutting milling tools), 8207.70.90 (Other milling tools). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.