8201.30.00 - Mattocks, picks, hoes and rakes, and parts thereof

This HTS category, 8201.30.00, encompasses mattocks and picks, which are hand tools primarily designed for breaking up hard or compacted ground, such as earth, rock, or frozen soil. Mattocks typically feature a broad, flat blade on one side and a pickaxe-like point on the other, allowing for both chopping and piercing actions. Picks, on the other hand, usually have a pointed or chisel-shaped head for striking and breaking. This classification also extends to parts thereof, meaning any components specifically designed for these tools.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While 8201.10.00.00 covers spades and shovels, these are designed for digging and moving loose material rather than breaking hard surfaces. Similarly, 8201.40 pertains to axes and bill hooks, which are cutting and hewing tools, and 8201.50 and 8201.60 cover various types of shears used for pruning. The tools under 8201.30.00 are differentiated by their specific function of forceful impact and penetration into tough terrain.

The subcategories within 8201.30.00.00 provide further specificity. 8201.30.00.10 is designated for mattocks and picks themselves, along with their parts. The residual category, 8201.30.00.80, is for any other items that fall under the broad description of mattocks, picks, hoes, and rakes, but do not fit into the more specific sub-classifications, ensuring comprehensive coverage of related tools and their components.