Product classification
HS code for Chain saw blades: 8202.40
Tools, hand, chain saw blades.
Classification of chain saw blades under HS 8202.40
Chain saw blades, which are the cutting chains consisting of links with integrated cutting teeth, are classified under HS code 8202.40. This classification is governed by the notes to Chapter 82, which specify that the chapter covers tools and parts of base metal. Heading 8202 specifically includes "Handsaws; blades for saws of all kinds." Subheading 8202.40 is dedicated to "Chain saw blades." This is a specific provision that takes precedence over more general headings. Even though a chainsaw blade is a part of a power tool, the legal notes to Section XVI (which includes Chapter 84) state that tools of Chapter 82 are excluded from Chapter 84. Therefore, the blade is classified in Chapter 82 rather than as a part of a chainsaw in Chapter 84. The blade must be made of base metal, typically high-carbon or alloy steel, often with specialized coatings or tips like tungsten carbide to handle the rigors of wood or masonry cutting. The classification remains the same whether the blade is imported as a continuous loop or in bulk lengths to be cut and joined later, provided it has the essential character of a saw blade. The geometry of the teeth, the pitch of the chain, and the gauge of the drive links are all technical specifications that define the product, but they do not change the primary HS classification. This code is essential for customs purposes as it distinguishes cutting tools from general hardware or machinery parts, ensuring that the correct duty rates and trade regulations for specialized tools are applied.
- Covers
- Saw chains for timber cutting
- Carbide-tipped chainsaw chains
- Diamond-segmented chainsaw chains for stone and concrete
- Replacement cutting loops for portable chainsaws
- Bulk chainsaw chain reels
- Also under 8202.40
- Oregon Chainsaw Chains
- Stihl Chainsaw Chains
- Husqvarna Chainsaw Chains
- Echo Chainsaw Chains
Codes often confused with 8202.40
Common mistake. Chain saw blades are often confused with 8467.81, which is the code for the complete chainsaw unit. Another common misclassification is 8202.99, which covers other saw blades; however, since 8202.40 specifically mentions chain saw blades, it must be used according to GRI 1. Some importers also mistakenly use 7315.11, which covers articulated link chains, but that heading excludes chains with cutting teeth, which are considered tools of Chapter 82.
Top exporters and importers of HS 820240 (the code used for chain saw blades), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 820240 (the code used for chain saw blades) in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 820240, not only chain saw blades.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Switzerland $382M 48% of world exports
- 2 China $157M 20% of world exports
- 3 Sweden $54M 6.7% of world exports
World total: $802M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $98M 14% of world imports
- 2 Germany $47M 6.6% of world imports
- 3 China $45M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $714M 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 chain saw blades
Brazil classifies chain saw blades under NCM 8202.40.00: HS 8202.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chain saw blades
What is the HS code for Chain saw blades?
The HS code for Chain saw blades is 820240 (Tools, hand; chain saw blades). The HS code for chain saw blades is 8202.40. This applies to the cutting chain itself, whether it is in a pre-cut loop or a long reel. It does not include the guide bar or the engine unit of the saw.
How do I classify Chain saw blades for customs?
Chain saw blades is classified under HS code 820240 — Tools, hand; chain saw blades. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the guide bar?
No, guide bars are usually classified under 8467.91 as parts of chainsaws. HS code 8202.40 is strictly for the cutting chain. If the bar and chain are sold together as a kit, they may be classified together depending on the set rules, but the blade alone is always 8202.40.
Which countries are the top exporters of chain saw blades (HS 820240)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 820240 (the code used for chain saw blades) in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($382M, 48% of world exports), China ($157M) and Sweden ($54M). World exports came to about $802M, 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 chain saw blades (HS 820240)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 820240 (the code used for chain saw blades) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($98M, 14% of world imports), Germany ($47M) and China ($45M). World imports 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.
Is the HS code for Chain saw blades the same in all countries?
The base HS code 820240 for Chain 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 chain saw blades in Brazil?
In Brazil, chain saw blades (HS 820240) is classified under NCM 8202.40.00.