8515.11.00.00 - Soldering irons and guns

HTS 8515.11.00.00 specifically encompasses electric soldering irons and electric soldering guns. These devices are designed for the direct application of heat to melt solder, creating a permanent electrical connection between components, primarily in electronic assemblies. They are characterized by their hand-held nature and direct manipulation for soldering tasks.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, HTS 8515.19.00.00 ("Other"), which covers brazing or soldering machines and apparatus that are not specifically soldering irons or guns. This implies that 8515.19.00.00 would include more complex or automated machinery for soldering and brazing, rather than the individual hand-held tools covered here.

As a leaf node, HTS 8515.11.00.00 has no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification focuses on the precise definition of electric soldering irons and guns. Classification within this heading hinges on the product being an electrically heated device intended for soldering and designed to be operated by hand, differentiating it from other soldering or brazing equipment.