8467.11.50.20 - Drills, other than rock drills; screwdrivers and nut runners
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 27.5% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8467.11.50.20, specifically classifies pneumatic rotary drills, excluding rock drills. These tools are designed for drilling holes into various materials through a rotational action powered by compressed air. Their design emphasizes their handheld nature and application in general fabrication, construction, and repair tasks where the ability to penetrate materials is primary.
Crucially, this classification distinguishes itself from its siblings by focusing on drills other than those intended for hard rock excavation (8467.11.50.10). While screwdrivers and nut runners (part of the broader 8467.11 description) also utilize rotational motion, they are designed for fastening and unfastening threaded components, not for material penetration, and are classified under different subheadings within the 8467.11 group. Similarly, this category excludes other rotary tools like wrenches (8467.11.50.40).
As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions. The defining characteristic for classification under 8467.11.50.20 is the tool's primary function as a pneumatic rotary drill, designed for material penetration through rotation, and its exclusion from the specialized category of rock drills. Practical considerations for classification include the tool's power source (pneumatic), its primary action (rotary drilling), and its intended application in non-rock environments.