8208.20.00.60 - Over 15.2 cm in length, for wood-chipper machines 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 20% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 8208.20.00.60, specifically designates cutting blades exceeding 15.2 centimeters in length that are designed for use in wood-chipper machines. These blades are integral components of machinery intended for the reduction of wood into smaller pieces, such as chips or shavings. The emphasis on length (over 15.2 cm) and the specific application in wood chippers are the defining characteristics for this particular tariff line.
It is important to distinguish this category from its siblings. HTS code 8208.20.00.30 covers blades over 73.7 centimeters in length specifically for veneer-cutting machines, which have a different operational purpose and size requirement. Furthermore, the sibling category 8208.20.00.90, designated as "Other," encompasses a broader range of cutting blades for woodworking machinery not meeting the specific criteria of the other subheadings, including parts thereof.
As this classification represents a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification hinges entirely on the precise physical dimensions and the intended application within wood-chipping machinery. Importers and exporters must ensure that the blades in question meet both the minimum length requirement and are demonstrably manufactured for integration into wood-chipper equipment to correctly apply this tariff code.