HS Code for Air drill

Air drills are classified under HS code 846711 due to their specific operational mechanism and intended application. This code is designated for tools that are designed for working in the hand, meaning they are portable and operated directly by a user. The defining characteristic for this subheading is their pneumatic power source, indicating they operate using compressed air. Furthermore, the code specifies "rotary type," which encompasses drills that rotate a bit for boring holes, and also includes tools that combine rotary motion with percussion action. This classification distinguishes air drills from electric drills, hydraulic drills, or stationary drilling machines, focusing on their handheld nature and pneumatic rotary function, which are common in various industrial, automotive, and construction applications requiring robust and reliable drilling capabilities.

Products Included

• Pneumatic rotary drills
• Air impact drills
• Air angle drills
• Pneumatic drill drivers
• Air hammer drills (rotary-percussion type)
• Pneumatic screwdrivers (if rotary type for drilling/driving)

Common Misclassification

Air drills under 846711 are often confused with other types of drills or pneumatic tools. Electric drills, for example, would be classified under HS code 846721 (Drills of all kinds, with self-contained electric motor). Similarly, pneumatic tools that are not primarily rotary, such as air hammers (chiseling type) or pneumatic staplers, would fall under other subheadings within 8467, such as 846719 (Other pneumatic tools for working in the hand). The critical elements for 846711 are the "pneumatic" power, "for working in the hand," and "rotary type" (including rotary-percussion) functions. Stationary drilling machines, even if pneumatic, would be classified under Chapter 84, but not under 8467, which is specifically for handheld tools.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Air drill?

The HS code for an air drill, defined as a pneumatic, rotary type tool for working in the hand (including combined rotary-percussion), is 846711.

Does HS code 846711 include electric drills?

No, HS code 846711 specifically covers pneumatic tools. Electric drills, which operate with a self-contained electric motor, are classified under a different subheading, typically 846721.