HS Code for Hand saws

Hand saws are classified under HS code 8202.10 because they are manual tools consisting of a blade with teeth, used for cutting wood, metal, or other materials. This classification falls within Chapter 82, which covers tools, implements, and cutlery of base metal. The primary criterion for this code is that the tool must be hand-operated and not powered by an external motor or pneumatic system. The heading 8202 specifically addresses handsaws and saw blades of all kinds. Subheading 8202.10 is reserved for the complete hand-held tool itself, rather than just the replacement blades. The classification remains consistent regardless of the specific material the saw is designed to cut, provided the tool is manually operated and intended for use by hand without a fixed base or power source. The construction typically involves a base metal blade and a handle made of wood, plastic, or metal, but the essential character is defined by the manual cutting action of the toothed blade.

Products Included

• Traditional wood-cutting hand saws
• Hacksaws for metal cutting
• Coping saws for intricate shapes
• Tenon saws for joinery
• Compass saws for curved cuts
• Bow saws for heavy timber
• Pruning saws for gardening
• Fret saws for fine woodwork

Common Misclassification

Hand saws are frequently confused with power-driven hand tools, which are classified under heading 8467. For example, a battery-operated reciprocating saw or a circular saw is not 8202.10 but 8467.22. Additionally, individual saw blades imported without the frame or handle are classified under other subheadings of 8202, such as 8202.20 for band saw blades or 8202.31 for circular saw blades. It is also important to distinguish these from surgical saws, which fall under 9018.90, as they are specialized medical instruments rather than general-purpose hand tools. Musical saws, though they look like hand saws, are classified under 9208.90.

FAQ

What is the HS code for hand saws?

The HS code for manual hand saws is 8202.10. This covers the complete tool including the blade and handle.

Does this code include electric saws?

No, electric or battery-powered saws are classified under heading 8467, as they are considered electromechanical tools with a self-contained electric motor.