Product classification
HS code for Screwdriver bits: 8207.90
Tools, interchangeable, (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for screw-driving or uses n.e.c. in heading no. 8207.
Classification of screwdriver bits under HS 8207.90
Screwdriver bits are classified under HS code 8207.90. This code is part of Chapter 82, which covers tools, implements, cutlery, spoons, and forks of base metal. Heading 8207 is designated for interchangeable tools for hand tools, whether or not power-operated, or for machine tools. This includes tools for drilling, boring, tapping, milling, and, crucially, screw-driving. Because screwdriver bits are designed to be inserted into a handle or a power tool chuck rather than being a standalone tool, they are considered "interchangeable tools." The subheading 8207.90 acts as a residual category for "other" interchangeable tools that are not specifically named in the preceding subheadings (like drills or milling cutters). The classification depends on the bit being a tool used for screw-driving and being made of base metal, typically hardened steel or alloys designed for high torque. The classification remains the same regardless of whether the bit is intended for a manual bit-driver or a pneumatic impact driver, provided it is an interchangeable component.
- Covers
- Phillips head bits
- Torx and Star bits
- Flathead (slotted) bits
- Hex (Allen) bits
- Pozidriv bits
- Square (Robertson) bits
- Impact-rated screwdriver bits
- Also under 8207.90
- Wera screwdriver bits
- Wiha nut setters
- Apex Tool Group bits
- Noga deburring tools
Codes often confused with 8207.90
Common mistake. Screwdriver bits are often misclassified under HS code 8205.40, which is the specific code for manual screwdrivers. The distinction lies in whether the tool is a complete, standalone hand tool (8205.40) or an interchangeable component (8207.90). Another common error is using HS code 8466, which covers parts and accessories for machine tools. While bits are used with machine tools, heading 8207 is more specific for the tool itself. Furthermore, magnetic bit holders are sometimes confused with the bits themselves; holders are generally classified under 8466 or 8207 depending on their design and function.
Top exporters and importers of HS 820790 (the code used for screwdriver bits), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 820790 (the code used for screwdriver bits) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 820790, not only screwdriver bits.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $653M 20% of world exports
- 2 China $502M 15% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$233M 7.2% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $427M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $344M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $198M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $3.6B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 screwdriver bits
Brazil classifies screwdriver bits under NCM 8207.90.00: HS 8207.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about screwdriver bits
What is the HS code for Screwdriver bits?
The HS code for Screwdriver bits is 820790 (Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for screw-driving or uses n.e.c. in heading no. 8207). The HS code for interchangeable screwdriver bits made of base metal is 8207.90.
How do I classify Screwdriver bits for customs?
Screwdriver bits is classified under HS code 820790 — Tools, interchangeable; (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for screw-driving or uses n.e.c. in heading no. 8207. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are socket bits classified under this code?
No, interchangeable socket wrenches (sockets) are typically classified under HS code 8204.20, as they are considered socket wrenches rather than screwdriver bits.
Which countries are the top exporters of screwdriver bits (HS 820790)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 820790 (the code used for screwdriver bits) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($653M, 20% of world exports), China ($502M) and Taiwan (about $233M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 screwdriver bits (HS 820790)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 820790 (the code used for screwdriver bits) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($427M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($344M) and Thailand ($198M). World imports came to about $3.6B, 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 Screwdriver bits the same in all countries?
The base HS code 820790 for Screwdriver bits 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 screwdriver bits in Brazil?
In Brazil, screwdriver bits (HS 820790) is classified under NCM 8207.90.00.