8207.30 - Tools for pressing, stamping or punching, and parts thereof:

This HTS category, 8207.30, encompasses a specific group of interchangeable tools designed for pressing, stamping, or punching operations. These tools are intended for use with hand tools (whether manually operated or power-driven) or machine tools. Examples include dies, punches, and stamps specifically manufactured for forming or creating indentations in materials through the application of force. This category is distinct from other headings within 8207 that cover tools for different functions, such as rock drilling, drawing or extruding metal, tapping, threading, drilling, boring, broaching, milling, turning, or screwdriving.

The classification within 8207.30 is further refined by distinguishing between tools suitable for working with metal and those designed for other materials. Subcategory 8207.30.30 specifically covers pressing, stamping, or punching tools that are intended for use on metal. In contrast, subcategory 8207.30.60 includes tools for these same operations but are not designed for processing metal, typically implying applications in materials like plastic, leather, or paper. This distinction is crucial for accurate customs declaration, as it reflects the intended application and material limitations of the tool.