8467.22.00.90 - Other 🖩
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 | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8467.22.00.90, encompasses "Other" self-contained electric motor-driven saws that do not fall under the more specific subheadings for circular, chain, reciprocating, or jig saws. This residual classification is intended for electric saws whose cutting action or design does not align with the defined types. Examples might include specialized oscillating saws, scroll saws with unique blade movements, or novelty electric saws designed for specific crafting or niche industrial applications, provided they meet the general criteria of being portable and powered by an integrated electric motor.
To differentiate this category, it's crucial to understand the sibling classifications. HTS 8467.22.00.20 specifically covers circular saws, characterized by their rotating disc-shaped blade. HTS 8467.22.00.40 pertains to chain saws, which utilize a loop of teeth mounted on a rotating chain. HTS 8467.22.00.70 is reserved for reciprocating saws (often referred to as Sawzalls) and jig saws, both of which employ a back-and-forth linear motion of the blade. If a self-contained electric saw's primary cutting mechanism aligns with any of these descriptions, it should be classified accordingly, leaving 8467.22.00.90 for those that deviate.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 8467.22.00.90 relies heavily on a thorough examination of the saw's specific design and operational mechanism to ensure it does not fit any of the preceding, more defined saw types within the 8467.22.00 subheading. The absence of further subdivision underscores the need for careful comparative analysis against the established sibling categories.