8466.20.10.90 - Other

This HTS category, 8466.20.10.90, encompasses "Other" work holders designed for machine tools specifically used in cutting gears. These are essential accessories that securely grip and position the workpiece during the gear-cutting process, ensuring precision and stability. They are distinct from other work holders by their specific application in gear manufacturing.

While sibling category 8466.20.10.10 covers "Jigs and fixtures" used in gear cutting, this category is for work holders that do not fall under the specific definition of a jig or fixture. This distinction typically lies in the primary function and design: jigs and fixtures often guide the tool or workpiece with fixed elements, whereas other work holders might primarily focus on clamping and supporting the material being machined for gear cutting.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within this category relies on distinguishing items as work holders for gear-cutting machines that are not jigs or fixtures. Examples could include specialized vises, chucks, or clamping mechanisms specifically engineered to hold blanks or partially finished gears during the intricate operations of gear tooth generation. The defining characteristic remains their role in the gear-cutting machine tool environment, providing secure workpiece retention for the precise machining of gear profiles.