HS Code for Machine knives

Machine knives designed for metalworking are classified under HS code 8208.10. Chapter 82 covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, and forks of base metal. Heading 8208 is specifically dedicated to knives and cutting blades for machines or for mechanical appliances. The classification is further refined by the intended application of the blade. Subheading 8208.10 is reserved for those used in metalworking. These are not hand tools but are industrial components designed to be fitted into machinery to perform cutting, shearing, or slicing operations on metallic materials. The material composition, typically high-speed steel, tungsten carbide, or other hardened alloys, and the specialized edge geometry are indicative of their use in industrial metal processing. This code covers the blade itself, which is considered an interchangeable tool rather than a permanent part of the machine's structure.

Products Included

• Milling cutters and blades
• Lathe tool cutting inserts
• Circular knives for metal slitting
• Guillotine blades for metal shearing
• Broaching tools and blades
• Reamer blades for metalworking

Common Misclassification

Machine knives are frequently misclassified under 8466.93, which covers parts for machine tools. However, according to the Section XV and XVI notes, tools of Chapter 82 (like knives) take precedence over the general parts headings in Chapter 84. Another common error is using 8207.70 (milling tools), but 8208 is more specific for the actual cutting blade component used within a machine.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Machine knives?

The HS code for machine knives used for metalworking is 8208.10.

Does this code cover knives for wood processing?

No, knives for wood processing are classified under HS code 8208.20.