Product classification
HS code for Hoes: 8201.30
Tools, hand, mattocks, picks, hoes and rakes.
Classification of hoes under HS 8201.30
Hoes are classified under HS code 820130, which specifically covers hand tools such as mattocks, picks, hoes, and rakes. This classification is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 8201 is dedicated to hand tools of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture, or forestry. The classification 820130 is appropriate because these tools are manual implements designed for soil cultivation, weeding, and clearing. The essential character of the product is defined by its base metal working head, which is intended to be used with a handle (usually wood or fiberglass) to perform manual labor. Even if the tool is imported without a handle, it is classified here as an unfinished tool having the essential character of the finished product under GRI 2(a).
- Covers
- Garden hoes
- Draw hoes and Dutch hoes
- Scuffle hoes and stirrup hoes
- Mattocks and picks for soil breaking
- Hand-operated weeding hoes
- Also under 8201.30
- Fiskars Ergo Rake
- Truper Pick Mattock
- Corona Forged Hoe
- Ames True Temper Rake
Codes often confused with 8201.30
Common mistake. Hoes are frequently misclassified under HS code 8432, which covers agricultural, horticultural, or forestry machinery for soil preparation. The distinction lies in the power source; 8432 is for motorized or tractor-drawn equipment, whereas 820130 is strictly for hand tools. Additionally, they may be confused with 820110 (spades and shovels) or 820140 (axes and bill hooks) if the specific shape of the blade is not clearly identified in the shipping documentation.
Top exporters and importers of HS 820130 (the code used for hoes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 820130 (the code used for hoes) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% 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 820130, not only hoes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $264M 61% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $39M 9.1% of world exports
- 3 Germany $15M 3.5% of world exports
World total: $434M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $92M 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $23M 5.9% of world imports
- 3 Mozambique $18M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $382M 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 hoes
Brazil classifies hoes under NCM 8201.30.00: HS 8201.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about hoes
What is the HS code for Hoes?
The HS code for Hoes is 820130 (Tools, hand; mattocks, picks, hoes and rakes). The HS code for manual hoes is 820130, which falls under the category of hand tools for agricultural use.
How do I classify Hoes for customs?
Hoes is classified under HS code 820130 — Tools, hand; mattocks, picks, hoes and rakes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include motorized tillers?
No, motorized tillers or power hoes are classified under heading 8432 as agricultural machinery, not as hand tools.
Which countries are the top exporters of hoes (HS 820130)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 820130 (the code used for hoes) in UN Comtrade data were China ($264M, 61% of world exports), Mexico ($39M) and Germany ($15M). World exports came to about $434M, 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 hoes (HS 820130)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 820130 (the code used for hoes) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($92M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($23M) and Mozambique ($18M). World imports came to about $382M, 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 Hoes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 820130 for Hoes 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 hoes in Brazil?
In Brazil, hoes (HS 820130) is classified under NCM 8201.30.00.