8207.20.00 - Dies for drawing or extruding metal, and parts thereof

This HTS category, 8207.20.00, specifically encompasses dies designed for the drawing or extruding of metal, along with any constituent parts of these dies. Drawing dies reduce the cross-sectional area of a material (typically metal wire or rod) by pulling it through a shaped opening, while extruding dies perform a similar function by pushing material through a shaped die to form a profile. The primary function of these tools is to impart a desired shape or dimension to metal during its manufacturing process.

Within the broader heading of "Interchangeable tools for handtools, whether or not power operated, or for machine-tools," this specific category is distinguished from its siblings by its specialized function. For instance, it differs from tools for pressing, stamping, or punching (8207.30), which are designed to deform material by impact or pressure without necessarily reducing its cross-section through a die. Similarly, it is distinct from tools for tapping, threading, drilling, boring, or broaching, which have entirely different operational mechanisms and end results in metalworking.

The subcategories under 8207.20.00 further refine the classification. "Diamond wire drawing dies" specifically identify dies where the working surfaces are made of diamond, a common and highly effective material for drawing metals due to its hardness and low friction. "Other dies" would cover dies made from other materials such as carbide, steel, or bronze, used for drawing or extruding metal. Finally, "Parts" are allocated to capture components that are integral to the functioning of these drawing or extruding dies but do not constitute the complete die assembly.