8203.20.60 - Other (except parts)

This HTS category, 8203.20.60, encompasses a broad range of hand tools that fall under the classification of pliers, pincers, tweezers, and similar tools, excluding their specific parts. The primary distinguishing feature of this category is its "Other" designation, signifying that it captures items not otherwise specifically enumerated within the pliers and pincers group. These tools are typically designed for gripping, manipulating, or cutting materials with precision, and their common construction from base metal is a key classifying characteristic.

To understand its scope, it's crucial to differentiate this category from its siblings. HTS code 8203.20.40.00 specifically covers "Slip joint pliers," which are characterized by their adjustable jaw opening mechanism. In contrast, 8203.20.60 is for all other types of pliers and similar gripping or cutting tools that do not fit the slip joint description. Furthermore, this category is distinct from its sibling 8203.20.80.00, which is exclusively reserved for "Parts" of the tools covered under 8203.20.

Within 8203.20.60, further subdivisions exist to provide more granular classification. The subcategory 8203.20.60.30 specifically pertains to "Pliers," encompassing various types beyond slip joint pliers, such as needle-nose pliers, diagonal cutting pliers, and locking pliers, all of which are designed for gripping and manipulation. The subcategory 8203.20.60.60, labeled "Other," is for the remaining tools within the broader pliers and pincers group that do not fall under the specific "Pliers" subcategory, including items like pincers and tweezers that are not explicitly covered elsewhere.