8467.22.00.40 - Chain
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This classification, HTS Code 8467.22.00.40, specifically covers "Chains" when they are intended for use with portable tools that are equipped with a self-contained electric motor. These chains are typically designed as cutting elements for powered saws, such as chainsaws, where they engage with a guide bar to perform cutting operations. The self-contained electric motor is an integral part of the tool, distinguishing these chains from those used in non-powered or pneumatically/hydraulically driven equipment.
It is crucial to distinguish this category from its siblings. HTS 8467.22.00.20 applies to circular saws, and HTS 8467.22.00.70 covers reciprocating and jig saws. While all these fall under powered saws, the "Chain" designation is for the specific component that performs the cutting in certain types of saws, primarily chainsaws, and not the entire saw unit itself. HTS 8467.22.00.90 serves as a residual category for other types of electric motor-driven portable saws not otherwise specified.
As HTS 8467.22.00.40 is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is based on the specific nature of the chain as a cutting implement for electric motor-driven portable saws. When classifying, consider whether the chain is designed to be a replaceable part of such a tool, as opposed to a component of a larger, integrated sawing machine.