Product classification
HS code for Steel saw blades: 8202.31
Tools, hand, circular saw blades (including slitting or slotting saw blades), with working part of steel.
Classification of steel saw blades under HS 8202.31
Circular saw blades with a working part made entirely of steel are classified under HS code 8202.31. This code includes both slitting and slotting saw blades. The classification is determined by two primary factors: the shape of the blade (circular) and the material of the cutting edge (steel). If the blade features teeth or a working surface made of other materials, such as tungsten carbide or diamond dust, it would fall under a different subheading. These tools are essential components in both hand-operated and machine-powered saws used for cutting wood, metal, or plastics. The "working part" refers to the teeth or the cutting edge of the blade. This classification is part of Chapter 82, which covers tools and implements of base metal. The distinction between a steel-toothed blade and a tipped blade is a major factor in customs valuation and regulatory compliance, as the manufacturing complexity and material costs differ significantly. These blades are typically made from high-carbon or high-speed steel to ensure durability and sharpness during industrial use.
- Covers
- Circular steel saw blades
- Steel slitting saw blades
- Steel slotting saw blades
- Hollow-ground circular steel blades
- Solid steel circular cutters
- Also under 8202.31
- DeWalt Steel Circular Saw Blades
- Makita Steel Circular Saw Blades
- Freud Steel Circular Saw Blades
- Diablo Steel Circular Saw Blades
Codes often confused with 8202.31
Common mistake. The most frequent error is classifying blades with carbide or diamond tips under this code; those belong in 8202.39. Additionally, straight saw blades (like those for hacksaws or bandsaws) are classified under 8202.91 or 8202.20, as 8202.31 is strictly for circular designs.
Top exporters and importers of HS 820231 (the code used for steel saw blades), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 820231 (the code used for steel saw blades) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 29% 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 820231, not only steel saw blades.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $173M 30% of world exports
- 2 Italy $158M 28% of world exports
- 3 Germany $52M 9.1% of world exports
World total: $568M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $167M 29% of world imports
- 2 Germany $39M 6.8% of world imports
- 3 Canada $29M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $570M 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 steel saw blades
Brazil classifies steel saw blades under NCM 8202.31.00: HS 8202.31 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about steel saw blades
What is the HS code for Steel saw blades?
The HS code for Steel saw blades is 820231 (Tools, hand; circular saw blades (including slitting or slotting saw blades), with working part of steel). The HS code for circular saw blades with a working part of steel is 8202.31.
How do I classify Steel saw blades for customs?
Steel saw blades is classified under HS code 820231 — Tools, hand; circular saw blades (including slitting or slotting saw blades), with working part of steel. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include diamond-tipped circular blades?
No, circular blades with working parts of materials other than steel, such as diamond or metal carbides, are classified under HS code 8202.39.
Which countries are the top exporters of steel saw blades (HS 820231)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 820231 (the code used for steel saw blades) in UN Comtrade data were China ($173M, 30% of world exports), Italy ($158M) and Germany ($52M). World exports came to about $568M, 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 steel saw blades (HS 820231)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 820231 (the code used for steel saw blades) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($167M, 29% of world imports), Germany ($39M) and Canada ($29M). World imports came to about $570M, 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 Steel saw blades the same in all countries?
The base HS code 820231 for Steel 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 steel saw blades in Brazil?
In Brazil, steel saw blades (HS 820231) is classified under NCM 8202.31.00.