Product classification
HS code for Gasoline chainsaw: 8467.81
Tools, for working in the hand, chain saws with self-contained non-electric motor.
Classification of gasoline chainsaw under HS 8467.81
The gasoline chainsaw is classified under HS code 8467.81, which specifically covers tools for working in the hand, pneumatic, hydraulic, or with self-contained non-electric motor, specifically chain saws. This classification is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, focusing on the tool's primary function and its power source. As a hand-held mechanical appliance, it falls under Chapter 84 (Machinery and Mechanical Appliances). The sub-heading 8467.81 is reserved for chain saws that utilize a self-contained non-electric motor, which distinguishes them from electric versions. The classification depends on the tool being designed to be held in the hand during operation, a characteristic that separates it from larger, stationary wood-processing machinery. The internal combustion engine is an integral part of the tool, and the entire unit is treated as a single functional entity for customs purposes.
- Covers
- Professional gasoline-powered felling saws
- Portable gas-powered pruning saws
- Rescue and emergency service gasoline saws
- Top-handle gasoline chainsaws for arborists
- Rear-handle gasoline chainsaws for forestry
- Also under 8467.81
- Stihl MS 271 Farm Boss
- Husqvarna 455 Rancher
- Echo CS-590 Timber Wolf
- Jonsered CS2240
Codes often confused with 8467.81
Common mistake. Gasoline chainsaws are frequently confused with electric chainsaws, which are classified under HS code 8467.22. The primary distinction is the power source; 8467.22 is strictly for tools with a self-contained electric motor. Another common error is attempting to classify them under 8436.80, which covers other agricultural or forestry machinery. However, because chainsaws are specifically named in the subheadings of 8467, that heading takes precedence. Additionally, parts of chainsaws, such as the chain itself, should not be classified here but under 8467.91.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846781 (the code used for gasoline chainsaw), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846781 (the code used for gasoline chainsaw) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% 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 846781, not only gasoline chainsaw.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $556M 54% of world exports
- 2 Sweden $156M 15% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $136M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $144M 11% of world imports
- 2 France $79M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 Germany $65M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 gasoline chainsaw
Brazil classifies gasoline chainsaw under NCM 8467.81.00: HS 8467.81 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about gasoline chainsaw
What is the HS code for Gasoline chainsaw?
The HS code for Gasoline chainsaw is 846781 (Tools; for working in the hand, chain saws with self-contained non-electric motor). The correct HS code for a gasoline-powered chainsaw is 8467.81, representing hand-held tools with a self-contained non-electric motor.
How do I classify Gasoline chainsaw for customs?
Gasoline chainsaw is classified under HS code 846781 — Tools; for working in the hand, chain saws with self-contained non-electric motor. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are replacement guide bars classified under this code?
No, replacement guide bars and chains are considered parts and are classified under HS code 8467.91, which is dedicated to parts of chain saws.
Which countries are the top exporters of gasoline chainsaw (HS 846781)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846781 (the code used for gasoline chainsaw) in UN Comtrade data were China ($556M, 54% of world exports), Sweden ($156M) and Brazil ($136M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of gasoline chainsaw (HS 846781)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846781 (the code used for gasoline chainsaw) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($144M, 11% of world imports), France ($79M) and Germany ($65M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 Gasoline chainsaw the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846781 for Gasoline chainsaw 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 gasoline chainsaw in Brazil?
In Brazil, gasoline chainsaw (HS 846781) is classified under NCM 8467.81.00.