Product classification
HS code for Engine-powered hand tool: 8467.89
Tools, for working in the hand, (other than chain saws), hydraulic or with self-contained non-electric motor, (not pneumatic).
Classification of engine-powered hand tool under HS 8467.89
Hand tools with a self-contained non-electric motor are classified under HS code 8467.89. Heading 8467 is dedicated to tools for working in the hand, which are defined by their portability and the fact that they are designed to be held in the hand during operation. The classification process first looks at the power source. Tools powered by compressed air (pneumatic) fall under 8467.11 or 8467.19. Tools with a self-contained electric motor fall under 8467.21 to 8467.29. For tools powered by internal combustion engines (non-electric motors), the system distinguishes between chain saws (8467.81) and other tools. Therefore, any engine-powered hand tool that is not a chain saw—such as a gasoline-powered brush cutter or a handheld concrete saw—is classified under the residual subheading 8467.89. The critical factor is that the tool must be "for working in the hand," meaning it is designed to be supported by the operator during use and is not intended to be mounted on a permanent base or used as a stationary machine. This classification includes tools used in forestry, gardening, and construction, provided they meet the weight and ergonomic criteria for handheld operation.
- Covers
- Gasoline-powered hedge trimmers
- Engine-driven brush cutters (handheld)
- Portable engine-powered earth augers
- Handheld gasoline-powered cut-off saws
- Engine-powered leaf blowers (handheld or backpack)
- Also under 8467.89
- Stihl TS 420 Cutquik Cut-Off Saw
- Husqvarna K 770 Power Cutter
- Atlas Copco LH 18 Hydraulic Breaker
- Wacker Neuson BH55 Breaker
Codes often confused with 8467.89
Common mistake. These tools are often misclassified under HS code 8433.11 or 8433.20, which cover mowers and harvesting machinery. However, if the tool is designed to be held in the hand rather than pushed on wheels or mounted on a tractor, 8467 is the correct heading. Another error is confusing them with 8467.81, which is strictly for chain saws. If the tool uses a circular blade or a nylon line instead of a saw chain, it must move to 8467.89. Additionally, tools with an electric motor must be classified under 8467.2x, not 8467.89.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846789 (the code used for engine-powered hand tool), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846789 (the code used for engine-powered hand tool) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 846789, not only engine-powered hand tool.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $932M 38% of world exports
- 2 Germany $401M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $118M 4.9% of world exports
World total: $2.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $275M 11% of world imports
- 2 France $168M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $123M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $2.5B 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 engine-powered hand tool
Brazil classifies engine-powered hand tool under NCM 8467.89.00: HS 8467.89 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about engine-powered hand tool
What is the HS code for Engine-powered hand tool?
The HS code for Engine-powered hand tool is 846789 (Tools; for working in the hand, (other than chain saws), hydraulic or with self-contained non-electric motor, (not pneumatic)). The HS code for engine-powered hand tools (excluding chain saws) is 8467.89.
How do I classify Engine-powered hand tool for customs?
Engine-powered hand tool is classified under HS code 846789 — Tools; for working in the hand, (other than chain saws), hydraulic or with self-contained non-electric motor, (not pneumatic). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this include backpack blowers?
Yes, backpack-mounted engine-powered blowers are generally classified under 8467.89 because they are designed to be carried by the operator and used as a handheld tool during operation.
Which countries are the top exporters of engine-powered hand tool (HS 846789)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846789 (the code used for engine-powered hand tool) in UN Comtrade data were China ($932M, 38% of world exports), Germany ($401M) and the United States ($118M). World exports came to about $2.4B, 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 engine-powered hand tool (HS 846789)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846789 (the code used for engine-powered hand tool) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($275M, 11% of world imports), France ($168M) and Germany ($123M). World imports came to about $2.5B, 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 Engine-powered hand tool the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846789 for Engine-powered hand tool 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 engine-powered hand tool in Brazil?
In Brazil, engine-powered hand tool (HS 846789) is classified under NCM 8467.89.00.