HS Code 84.67 – Tools; for working in the hand, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or non-electric motor

HS code 8467 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tools; for working in the hand, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or non-electric motor. Heading 8467 encompasses a broad and highly utilized category of tools for working in the hand, distinguished by their power source: pneumatic, hydraulic, or self-contained electric or non-electric motors. This classification is crucial for industries ranging from construction and automotive repair to manufacturing, DIY, and gardening. The scope explicitly excludes non-powered hand tools (Chapter 82) and larger, stationary machine-tools (e.g., 8456-8465), focusing on portability and the integral power unit. Key sub-categories include electric drills, pneumatic impact wrenches, hydraulic concrete breakers, petrol-powered chainsaws, cordless screwdrivers, and various types of handheld grinders or sanders. The 'self-contained' aspect means the motor or power source is part of the tool itself, not an external, separate unit like an industrial air compressor feeding multiple tools. For trade compliance, correctly classifying these tools ensures proper duty assessment, adherence to safety standards (e.g., electrical, noise), and market access. Historically, these tools have revolutionized manual labor, significantly increasing efficiency and precision across countless tasks. As part of Chapter 84, which broadly covers mechanical appliances, heading 8467 represents the segment of portable, powered mechanical aids, highlighting the chapter's reach into both industrial and consumer-grade equipment.

Electric drills, pneumatic impact wrenches, hydraulic concrete breakers, cordless screwdrivers, electric jigsaws, pneumatic nail guns, electric angle grinders, petrol-powered chainsaws, electric sanders, electric rotary hammers, hydraulic cutters (handheld), electric planers (handheld), battery-powered hedge trimmers, electric reciprocating saws, pneumatic riveters, electric heat guns (handheld), electric routers (handheld), battery-powered leaf blowers, electric polishers (handheld), electric tile cutters (handheld), pneumatic staplers, electric circular saws (handheld), battery-powered string trimmers, electric paint sprayers (handheld), pneumatic die grinders.

Common misclassifications for 8467 include confusing these tools with non-powered hand tools (Chapter 82) or stationary machine-tools. For example, a non-electric screwdriver is 8205, while an electric screwdriver is 8467. A bench-mounted drill press would fall under 8459, not 8467, due to its stationary nature. Additionally, components that are not self-contained motors, such as external air compressors that power pneumatic tools, are classified separately (e.g., 8414). The key is the 'working in the hand' and 'self-contained electric or non-electric motor, pneumatic or hydraulic' criteria, differentiating them from both manual tools and larger, fixed machinery.

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 8467 in UN Comtrade data were China ($14.3B, 42% of world exports), Germany ($3.2B) and Vietnam (about $2.3B). World exports came to about $34.0B, 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.

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 8467 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($6.6B, 21% of world imports), Germany ($2.7B) and France ($1.4B). World imports came to about $32.0B, 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.

HS code 8467 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 84 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (67) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.