8202 - Handsaws, and metal parts thereof; blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless saw blades), and base metal parts thereof:
Sub-classifications
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8202 1000 00
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8202 2000
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8202 2000 30
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Overview
HTS category 8202 encompasses a broad range of saws and their essential components made from base metals. This classification specifically includes handsaws, as well as blades designed for various types of saws, such as slitting, slotting, or even toothless saw blades. Importantly, it also covers base metal parts thereof, ensuring that related components are appropriately categorized.
Distinguishing 8202 from its sibling categories within Section XV, which deals with base metals and articles of base metal, lies in its focus on cutting tools specifically designed for sawing. While other chapters might cover tools generally, 8202 zeroes in on the mechanism and components of saws, differentiating it from broader tool categories or raw base metal products.
Within 8202, further distinctions are made based on the type of saw or blade. Subcategories exist to differentiate between handsaws (8202.10), bandsaw blades (8202.20), circular saw blades, chain saw blades (8202.40), and other types of saw blades. This granular breakdown allows for precise classification based on the specific design, intended use, and operational characteristics of each saw or blade type, crucial for accurate import and export declarations.