HS Code for Pneumatic nail gun

Pneumatic nail guns are classified under HS code 8467.19, which covers tools for working in the hand, pneumatic, other than rotary type. Heading 8467 is the primary location for hand-held tools that incorporate a motor or are powered by compressed air, hydraulic pressure, or a non-electric motor. The classification process first identifies the power source; since these tools are powered by compressed air provided by an external source, they fall under the 8467.1X series. The second step involves determining the specific mechanism of action. Subheading 8467.11 is reserved for rotary tools, such as drills or grinders. In contrast, subheading 8467.19 is the classification for all other pneumatic hand tools that do not utilize a rotating output shaft as their primary means of operation. Because a nail gun operates through a linear striking motion—where a pneumatic piston drives a fastener (nail or staple) into a substrate—it is classified as a non-rotary tool. This code applies to a wide range of fastening tools used in construction, carpentry, and industrial assembly that rely on an external air compressor. The classification remains here regardless of the size of the fasteners the tool is designed to drive, provided the tool is designed to be held in the hand during use and is not mounted on a pedestal or fixed to a workbench.

Products Included

• Pneumatic framing nailers
• Pneumatic brad and finish nailers
• Pneumatic roofing nail guns
• Pneumatic floor staplers
• Pneumatic upholstery staplers
• Pneumatic palm nailers
• Pneumatic corrugated fasteners

Common Misclassification

Pneumatic nail guns are often confused with electric nail guns, which are classified under 8467.29 (other tools with self-contained electric motor). Another common error is 8467.11, which is only for rotary pneumatic tools like drills. If the tool is not hand-held but is a large machine fixed to a floor or table, it would move to heading 8465 (machine tools for working wood).

FAQ

What is the HS code for pneumatic nail gun?

The HS code for a hand-held pneumatic nail gun is 8467.19.

Does this code include the air compressor?

No, air compressors are classified separately under heading 8414. HS code 8467.19 only covers the hand-held tool itself.