Product classification
HS code for Boring tools: 8207.60
Tools, interchangeable, (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for boring or broaching.
Classification of boring tools under HS 8207.60
HS code 820760 is assigned to interchangeable tools specifically designed for boring or broaching operations. These tools are the cutting implements themselves, intended to be fitted into machine tools or hand tools, whether power-operated or not. The classification emphasizes their primary function: boring involves enlarging or refining existing holes to precise dimensions, while broaching is a machining process that uses a toothed tool to remove material, typically for creating non-circular holes or complex shapes. The "interchangeable" aspect signifies that these tools are designed to be easily replaced or swapped out in a tool holder, allowing for versatility in machining operations.
- Covers
- Boring bars and boring heads
- Single-point boring tools
- Multi-point boring tools
- Broaches (e.g., internal broaches, surface broaches)
- Reamers (when specifically designed for boring-related finishing operations)
- Tool bits for boring applications
- Also under 8207.60
- Sandvik Coromant boring tools
- Kennametal broaching tools
- Big Kaiser boring systems
- Star SU broaches
Codes often confused with 8207.60
Common mistake. Misclassification frequently occurs with other types of cutting tools. HS 820750 covers tools for drilling, which create holes from solid material, a distinct operation from boring. HS 820770 is for tools used in milling, which involves removing material with a rotating cutter to produce flat or contoured surfaces. HS 820780 includes tools for turning, used on lathes to shape cylindrical workpieces. It is crucial to differentiate based on the specific machining operation the tool is designed to perform. Furthermore, the machines that use these tools, such as boring machines, are classified under Chapter 84, not Chapter 82.
Top exporters and importers of HS 820760 (the code used for boring tools), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 820760 (the code used for boring tools) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 28% 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 820760, not only boring tools.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $136M 28% of world exports
- 2 United States $69M 14% of world exports
- 3 Japan $50M 10% of world exports
World total: $493M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $83M 16% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $51M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $44M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $508M 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 boring tools
Brazil classifies boring tools under NCM 8207.60.00: HS 8207.60 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about boring tools
What is the HS code for Boring tools?
The HS code for Boring tools is 820760 (Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for boring or broaching). The HS code for interchangeable tools used for boring or broaching is 820760.
How do I classify Boring tools for customs?
Boring tools is classified under HS code 820760 — Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for boring or broaching. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are drilling tools classified under HS 820760?
No, drilling tools are typically classified under HS 820750. Drilling involves creating a hole from solid material, which is a distinct operation from boring, which focuses on enlarging or refining an existing hole.
Which countries are the top exporters of boring tools (HS 820760)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 820760 (the code used for boring tools) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($136M, 28% of world exports), the United States ($69M) and Japan ($50M). World exports came to about $493M, 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 boring tools (HS 820760)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 820760 (the code used for boring tools) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($83M, 16% of world imports), Mexico ($51M) and Germany ($44M). World imports came to about $508M, 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 Boring tools the same in all countries?
The base HS code 820760 for Boring tools 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 boring tools in Brazil?
In Brazil, boring tools (HS 820760) is classified under NCM 8207.60.00.