Product classification
HS code for Axes: 8201.40
Tools, hand, axes, bill hooks and similar hewing tools, of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry.
Classification of axes under HS 8201.40
Axes are classified under HS code 820140. This code specifically covers "Tools, hand; axes, bill hooks and similar hewing tools, of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry." The classification is determined by the tool's primary function as a hand tool, its specific type (axes, bill hooks, or similar hewing tools), and its intended application within the agricultural, horticultural, or forestry sectors. This ensures that tools designed for cutting, chopping, or trimming wood and vegetation in these specific environments are consistently categorized. The emphasis on 'hand tool' and 'kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry' are crucial for accurate classification.
- Covers
- Felling axes for cutting down trees
- Splitting mauls for processing firewood
- Hatchets used in forestry or gardening tasks
- Billhooks for clearing brush and coppicing
- Brush axes for heavy-duty vegetation clearing
- Also under 8201.40
- Gränsfors Bruk Felling Axe
- Fiskars X27 Splitting Axe
- Husqvarna Forest Axe
- Estwing Camp Axe
Codes often confused with 8201.40
Common mistake. Misclassification often occurs with other hand tools or tools not specifically designed for agricultural, horticultural, or forestry use. For instance, other hand tools used in agriculture, such as hoes and rakes, are classified under HS code 820130, while spades and shovels fall under 820110. These are distinct from axes due to their different functions and designs. General-purpose hand tools like hammers, screwdrivers, or wrenches, which are not primarily used in agriculture, horticulture, or forestry, are typically classified under HS code 8205. The key differentiator for 820140 is the specific type of hewing tool and its designated use in the specified sectors, distinguishing it from other hand tools with different applications or designs.
Top exporters and importers of HS 820140 (the code used for axes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 820140 (the code used for axes) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 820140, not only axes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $106M 40% of world exports
- 2 Colombia $21M 8.0% of world exports
- 3 El Salvador $13M 4.9% of world exports
World total: $266M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $39M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $18M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Poland $13M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $243M 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 axes
Brazil classifies axes under NCM 8201.40.00: HS 8201.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about axes
What is the HS code for Axes?
The HS code for Axes is 820140 (Tools, hand; axes, bill hooks and similar hewing tools, of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry). The HS code for axes is 820140. This code specifically covers axes, bill hooks, and similar hewing hand tools that are of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture, or forestry.
How do I classify Axes for customs?
Axes is classified under HS code 820140 — Tools, hand; axes, bill hooks and similar hewing tools, of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are all types of axes classified under HS code 820140?
HS code 820140 specifically covers axes and similar hewing tools that are of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture, or forestry. Axes designed for other purposes, such as specialized industrial applications or those not considered 'hand tools' (e.g., axe heads without handles if classified separately), might fall under different HS codes. The intended use in the specified sectors is a key determinant for this classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of axes (HS 820140)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 820140 (the code used for axes) in UN Comtrade data were China ($106M, 40% of world exports), Colombia ($21M) and El Salvador ($13M). World exports came to about $266M, 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 axes (HS 820140)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 820140 (the code used for axes) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($39M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($18M) and Poland ($13M). World imports came to about $243M, 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.
Is the HS code for Axes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 820140 for Axes is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for axes in Brazil?
In Brazil, axes (HS 820140) is classified under NCM 8201.40.00.