HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8467.81 – Tools; for working in the hand, chain saws with self-contained non-electric motor
HS code 8467.81 is the 6-digit subheading for tools, for working in the hand, chain saws with self-contained non-electric motor. It is used for gasoline chain saws, petrol chain saws, professional logging chain saws, arborist chain saws and farm & ranch chain saws.
What HS 8467.81 covers
This HS code specifically covers hand-held chain saws powered by non-electric motors, predominantly gasoline engines. These robust tools are vital for forestry, landscaping, agriculture, and emergency services, used for felling trees, limbing, and cutting firewood. The international trade involves specialized manufacturers supplying to agricultural suppliers, forestry companies, and large hardware retailers. Importers prioritize engine reliability, power-to-weight ratio, and advanced safety features like chain brakes and anti-vibration systems. Exporters focus on meeting stringent emission standards and offering models suitable for various professional and consumer applications. The market is driven by demand for durable and high-performance equipment in outdoor and demanding environments.
- Covers
- Gasoline chain saws
- Petrol chain saws
- Professional logging chain saws
- Arborist chain saws
- Farm & ranch chain saws
- Examples
- Stihl MS 271 Farm Boss
- Husqvarna 455 Rancher
- Echo CS-590 Timber Wolf
- Jonsered CS2240
Codes often confused with 8467.81
Common mistake. Can be confused with 846722 (electric saws) or 846789 (other non-electric hand tools). The critical distinction is 'chain saws' and 'non-electric motor'.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 846781, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 846781 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 China $556M 54% of world exports
- 2 Sweden $156M 15% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $136M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $144M 11% of world imports
- 2 France $79M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 Germany $65M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 8467.81
Brazil does not split HS 8467.81: its NCM code is 8467.81.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.67 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8467.81
What is HS code 846781?
HS code 846781 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tools; for working in the hand, chain saws with self-contained non-electric motor. This HS code specifically covers hand-held chain saws powered by non-electric motors, predominantly gasoline engines. These robust tools are vital for forestry, landscaping, agriculture, and emergency services, used for felling trees, limbing, and cutting firewood. The international trade involves specialized manufacturers supplying to agricultural suppliers, forestry companies, and large hardware retailers. Importers prioritize engine reliability, power-to-weight ratio, and advanced safety features like chain brakes and anti-vibration systems. Exporters focus on meeting stringent emission standards and offering models suitable for various professional and consumer applications. The market is driven by demand for durable and high-performance equipment in outdoor and demanding environments.
What products fall under HS code 846781?
Gasoline chain saws, petrol chain saws, professional logging chain saws, arborist chain saws, farm & ranch chain saws
What are common misclassifications for HS code 846781?
Can be confused with 846722 (electric saws) or 846789 (other non-electric hand tools). The critical distinction is 'chain saws' and 'non-electric motor'.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 846781?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 846781 in UN Comtrade data were China ($556M, 54% of world exports), Sweden ($156M) and Brazil ($136M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 846781?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 846781 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($144M, 11% of world imports), France ($79M) and Germany ($65M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 846781 structured?
HS code 846781 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (67) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (81) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 846781?
In Brazil, HS code 846781 is NCM 8467.81.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.