Product classification
HS code for Band saw blades: 8202.20
Tools, hand, band saw blades.
Classification of band saw blades under HS 8202.20
Band saw blades are classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 820220 due to their specific function as cutting tools and their material composition. Chapter 82 of the HS nomenclature covers "Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metal." Within this chapter, heading 8202 is dedicated to "Hand saws; blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless saw blades)." Subheading 820220 specifically identifies "Band saw blades." This classification is precise because band saw blades are distinct from other types of saw blades or complete hand saws, being designed for use with band saw machines to cut various materials such as wood, metal, or plastic. Their primary characteristic as a tool for cutting, made of base metal, directly aligns with the scope of this heading and subheading.
- Covers
- Bi-metal band saw blades
- Carbon steel band saw blades for wood
- Carbide-tipped band saw blades for metal
- Meat cutting band saw blades
- Plastic cutting band saw blades
- Portable band saw blades
- Also under 8202.20
- Lenox Classic Band Saw Blades
- Starrett Bi-Metal Band Saw Blades
- Milwaukee Band Saw Blades
- Bosch Band Saw Blades
Codes often confused with 8202.20
Common mistake. Band saw blades are sometimes confused with other HS codes. For instance, HS 820210 covers "Hand saws," which are complete tools, whereas 820220 is specifically for the blades. Another common misclassification might be with HS 820299, which covers "Other saw blades." However, 820220 is a more specific and appropriate classification for band saw blades, taking precedence over the general "other" category. Furthermore, while band saw blades are used with machine tools, they are not classified as parts of machinery under Chapter 84 (e.g., 846693 for parts and accessories of machine tools) because Chapter 82 specifically covers tools and their parts, even when used in a machine context.
Top exporters and importers of HS 820220 (the code used for band saw blades), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 820220 (the code used for band saw blades) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 820220, not only band saw blades.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $222M 31% of world exports
- 2 China $97M 14% of world exports
- 3 United States $70M 9.8% of world exports
World total: $714M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $94M 13% of world imports
- 2 Italy $38M 5.4% of world imports
- 3 Germany $37M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $707M 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 band saw blades
Brazil classifies band saw blades under NCM 8202.20.00: HS 8202.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about band saw blades
What is the HS code for Band saw blades?
The HS code for Band saw blades is 820220 (Tools, hand; band saw blades). The HS code for Band saw blades is 820220.
How do I classify Band saw blades for customs?
Band saw blades is classified under HS code 820220 — Tools, hand; band saw blades. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are band saw blades considered parts of machinery?
No, band saw blades are classified as tools under Chapter 82 of the Harmonized System, specifically under heading 8202, even though they are designed for use with band saw machines. The HS nomenclature prioritizes their function as cutting tools.
Which countries are the top exporters of band saw blades (HS 820220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 820220 (the code used for band saw blades) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($222M, 31% of world exports), China ($97M) and the United States ($70M). World exports came to about $714M, 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 band saw blades (HS 820220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 820220 (the code used for band saw blades) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($94M, 13% of world imports), Italy ($38M) and Germany ($37M). World imports came to about $707M, 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 Band saw blades the same in all countries?
The base HS code 820220 for Band saw blades 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 band saw blades in Brazil?
In Brazil, band saw blades (HS 820220) is classified under NCM 8202.20.00.