Product classification
HS code for Drilling tools: 8207.50
Tools, interchangeable, (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for drilling (other than rock).
Classification of drilling tools under HS 8207.50
Interchangeable drilling tools are classified under HS code 8207.50. This classification falls under Chapter 82, which covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, and forks of base metal. Heading 8207 is designated for interchangeable tools for hand tools, whether or not power-operated, or for machine-tools. The specific subheading 8207.50 is reserved for tools for drilling, excluding those used for rock drilling or earth boring. To be classified here, the tool must be a "working part" that is fitted into a base machine or hand tool. These tools are characterized by their ability to be replaced or swapped depending on the specific task. The material composition is usually high-speed steel, carbide, or other hardened alloys suitable for cutting through metal, wood, or masonry. According to the Chapter 82 notes, tools with a working part of base metal, metal carbides, or cermets are included here. The classification covers the tool bit itself, not the machine that drives it. This distinction is critical because the bits are considered consumables or accessories with high wear rates. The scope of 8207.50 is broad, encompassing various geometries and sizes, provided they are intended for drilling holes in materials other than rock or earth. This includes twist drills, which are the most common type, as well as specialized bits for countersinking or enlarging existing holes.
- Covers
- Twist drill bits for metal
- Masonry drill bits (non-rock)
- Wood boring bits and augers
- Countersink bits
- Step drills and hole saws
- Center drills
- Also under 8207.50
- Sandvik Coromant drills
- Kennametal drilling tools
- Guhring twist drills
- Dormer Pramet drills
Codes often confused with 8207.50
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8207.13 or 8207.19, which are specifically for rock drilling or earth boring tools. Tools for oil well drilling or mining must go there. Additionally, parts for machine tools under 8466 are sometimes confused with 8207.50, but 8466 is for the machine's components (like chucks), not the interchangeable cutting bits.
Top exporters and importers of HS 820750 (the code used for drilling tools), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 820750 (the code used for drilling tools) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 820750, not only drilling tools.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.4B 29% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.2B 25% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $281M 5.8% of world exports
World total: $4.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $708M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $611M 12% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $245M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $5.0B 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 codes for drilling tools
Brazil splits HS 8207.50 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8207.50.11Twist drill bits, diameter 52 mm or less
- 8207.50.19Other drill bits, whether or not diamond-tipped
- 8207.50.90Other interchangeable drilling tools
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about drilling tools
What is the HS code for Drilling tools?
The HS code for Drilling tools is 820750 (Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for drilling (other than rock)). The HS code for interchangeable drilling tools (excluding rock drilling) is 8207.50.
How do I classify Drilling tools for customs?
Drilling tools is classified under HS code 820750 — Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for drilling (other than rock). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are SDS-plus bits included in this code?
Yes, as long as they are intended for drilling in materials like concrete or metal and not for heavy rock/mining operations.
Which countries are the top exporters of drilling tools (HS 820750)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 820750 (the code used for drilling tools) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.4B, 29% of world exports), Germany ($1.2B) and Switzerland ($281M). World exports came to about $4.9B, 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 drilling tools (HS 820750)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 820750 (the code used for drilling tools) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($708M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($611M) and Switzerland ($245M). World imports came to about $5.0B, 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 Drilling tools the same in all countries?
The base HS code 820750 for Drilling 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 drilling tools in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 820750 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for drilling tools depends on the product's details: 8207.50.11 (Twist drill bits, diameter 52 mm or less), 8207.50.19 (Other drill bits, whether or not diamond-tipped), 8207.50.90 (Other interchangeable drilling tools).