Product classification
HS code for Power drill: 8467.21
Tools, for working in the hand, with self-contained electric motor, drills of all kinds.
Classification of power drill under HS 8467.21
The classification of power drills under HS code 8467.21 is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically GRI 1 and GRI 6. Heading 8467 is dedicated to tools for working in the hand, which may be pneumatic, hydraulic, or equipped with a self-contained electric or non-electric motor. To be classified here, the tool must be designed to be held in the hand during use, meaning its weight and ergonomic design allow the operator to support and direct the tool manually. Subheading 8467.21 specifically isolates drills of all kinds, including rotary, hammer, and impact drills, provided they contain an integrated electric motor. This classification applies regardless of the power source, meaning both corded electric drills and cordless battery-operated drills fall under this code. The essential character of the product is a portable, hand-held mechanical device designed for boring holes in various materials.
- Covers
- Cordless battery-powered hand drills
- Corded electric rotary drills
- Hand-held hammer drills with integrated motors
- Impact drills for manual operation
- Portable pistol-grip electric drills
- Also under 8467.21
- DeWalt DCD771
- Makita XFD131
- Bosch GSB 18V-55
- Milwaukee M18 FUEL
- Ryobi P208
Codes often confused with 8467.21
Common mistake. Power drills are frequently misclassified under HS code 8459, which covers machine tools for drilling. However, 8459 is reserved for stationary machines that are typically bolted to a floor or mounted on a bench. Another common error is using HS code 8508, which is for vacuum cleaners with self-contained electric motors; while both contain motors, the function of the tool is the primary determinant. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 8467.29 for specialized drills, but 8467.21 is the specific provision for all hand-held electric drills.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846721 (the code used for power drill), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846721 (the code used for power drill) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 846721, not only power drill.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.4B 51% of world exports
- 2 Germany $422M 8.8% of world exports
- 3 Romania $288M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $4.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $578M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $453M 10% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $243M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $4.4B 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 power drill
Brazil classifies power drill under NCM 8467.21.00: HS 8467.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about power drill
What is the HS code for Power drill?
The HS code for Power drill is 846721 (Tools; for working in the hand, with self-contained electric motor; drills of all kinds). The primary HS code for a hand-held power drill with a self-contained electric motor is 8467.21.
How do I classify Power drill for customs?
Power drill is classified under HS code 846721 — Tools; for working in the hand, with self-contained electric motor; drills of all kinds. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the drill is cordless?
No, the classification remains 8467.21 for cordless drills. While the battery itself might be classified under 8507 if shipped separately, the drill unit with its motor is classified under 8467.21.
Which countries are the top exporters of power drill (HS 846721)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846721 (the code used for power drill) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.4B, 51% of world exports), Germany ($422M) and Romania ($288M). World exports came to about $4.8B, 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 power drill (HS 846721)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846721 (the code used for power drill) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($578M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($453M) and the United Kingdom ($243M). World imports came to about $4.4B, 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 Power drill the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846721 for Power drill 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 power drill in Brazil?
In Brazil, power drill (HS 846721) is classified under NCM 8467.21.00.