Product classification
HS code for Metal saw blades: 8202.91
Tools, hand, straight saw blades, for working metal.
Classification of metal saw blades under HS 8202.91
HS code 8202.91 covers straight saw blades specifically designed for working metal. Chapter 82 includes tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, and forks of base metal. Heading 8202 is dedicated to handsaws and blades for saws of all kinds, including toothless saw blades. The subheading 8202.91 is specific to straight blades, which are distinct from circular or band saw blades. These blades are characterized by their material composition—often high-speed steel or bimetal—and tooth geometry optimized for cutting through ferrous or non-ferrous metals. Common examples include blades for manual hacksaws and power-operated reciprocating saws. The classification is driven by the shape of the blade (straight) and the intended material it is designed to cut (metal). Under GRI 1, the classification is determined by the heading text. Since these are identifiable parts of saws (blades) and are straight and for metal, 8202.91 is the correct legal classification. It is important to distinguish these from other straight blades used for wood or stone, which fall under 8202.99. The durability and hardness of the teeth are key indicators of their metal-working application.
- Covers
- Hacksaw blades for manual use
- Power hacksaw blades
- Straight reciprocating saw blades for metal
- Bimetal straight saw blades
- Machine-operated straight blades for metal cutting
- Also under 8202.91
- Lenox Bi-Metal Hacksaw Blades
- Starrett Power Hacksaw Blades
- Milwaukee Torch Metal Sawzall Blades
- Bosch Metal Jigsaw Blades
Codes often confused with 8202.91
Common mistake. The most common error is failing to distinguish between straight blades (8202.91) and band saw blades (8202.20) or circular saw blades (8202.31). Even if a blade is used for metal, if it is in a continuous loop, it is a band saw blade. Another confusion arises with 8202.99, which is for other saw blades, such as those used for wood, bone, or plastics. If a blade is multi-purpose but primarily marketed for metal, 8202.91 is preferred. Finally, blades for surgical use are classified in 9018 and should not be placed here. It is also important not to confuse these with interchangeable tools for hand tools in 8207.
Top exporters and importers of HS 820291 (the code used for metal saw blades), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 820291 (the code used for metal saw blades) in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 19% 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 820291, not only metal saw blades.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Switzerland $75M 35% of world exports
- 2 China $40M 19% of world exports
- 3 Germany $30M 14% of world exports
World total: $217M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $41M 19% of world imports
- 2 United States $31M 15% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $11M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $213M 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 metal saw blades
Brazil classifies metal saw blades under NCM 8202.91.00: HS 8202.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about metal saw blades
What is the HS code for Metal saw blades?
The HS code for Metal saw blades is 820291 (Tools, hand; straight saw blades, for working metal). The HS code for straight saw blades used for working metal is 8202.91.
How do I classify Metal saw blades for customs?
Metal saw blades is classified under HS code 820291 — Tools, hand; straight saw blades, for working metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are circular blades for metal included in this code?
No, circular saw blades are classified under 8202.31 (with working part of steel) or 8202.39 (other).
Which countries are the top exporters of metal saw blades (HS 820291)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 820291 (the code used for metal saw blades) in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($75M, 35% of world exports), China ($40M) and Germany ($30M). World exports came to about $217M, 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 metal saw blades (HS 820291)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 820291 (the code used for metal saw blades) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($41M, 19% of world imports), the United States ($31M) and the Netherlands ($11M). World imports came to about $213M, 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 Metal saw blades the same in all countries?
The base HS code 820291 for Metal saw blades 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 metal saw blades in Brazil?
In Brazil, metal saw blades (HS 820291) is classified under NCM 8202.91.00.