8210.00.00.00 - Hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10 kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink, and base metal parts thereof

This HTS category, 8210.00.00.00, encompasses a wide range of hand-operated mechanical appliances specifically designed for the preparation, conditioning, or serving of food and beverages. These items must weigh 10 kilograms or less and can include items such as manual food processors, graters, whisks, manual juicers, potato mashers, and other similar kitchen tools. Importantly, this classification also extends to base metal parts that are exclusively designed for use with these appliances. The focus is on the mechanical action performed by hand, as opposed to electrically powered devices.

When classifying within Chapter 82, it is crucial to distinguish these hand-operated appliances from other categories of base metal tools and implements. For instance, while Chapter 82 covers a broad spectrum of tools, this specific heading is narrowly focused on food and drink preparation and serving. It is distinct from categories covering cutlery (8211), forks and spoons (8215), or general hand tools like wrenches or screwdrivers (8204, 8205). The primary function and the specific application to food or drink preparation are key differentiators.

As HTS 8210.00.00.00 represents a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to explore. Therefore, classification within this heading hinges on accurately identifying the appliance's manual operation, its weight limit of 10 kg or less, and its direct use in preparing, conditioning, or serving food or drink, as well as any base metal parts integral to these functions. Practical considerations include the mechanism of operation and the intended end-use in a culinary context.