HS Code for Chain Saw Blades
The HS Code for chain saw blades is 820240. The MFN duty rate for importing to the US is 3.7%.
| HS Code (6-digit) | 820240 |
|---|---|
| US HTS (10-digit) | 8202400000 |
| EU CN Code (8-digit) | 82024000 |
| US Duty Rate (MFN) | 3.7% |
| EU Duty Rate (MFN) | 2.7% |
| Chapter | 82 |
| Heading | 8202 |
| Last Updated | 2026-05 |
Description
Chain saw blades
HS Code 820240 covers chain saw blades with a US MFN duty rate of 3.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the material composition of chain saw blades affect their HTS classification under 8202.40?
Yes, for classification under HTS 8202.40, the blades must have a base of metal, such as steel or an alloy. However, the cutting edges are almost universally tipped or fitted with industrial diamonds or other sintered metal carbides (e.g., tungsten carbide), which is a defining feature of this heading for saw blades.
What specific customs inspection risks are associated with importing chain saw blades under HTS 8202.40?
Chain saw blades are frequently inspected for correct classification, as they can be mistaken for parts of machinery (Chapter 84) rather than hand tools (Chapter 82), leading to duty discrepancies and delays. Customs also scrutinizes the country of origin marking, as improperly marked blades can be subject to penalties, and may verify the steel composition to ensure they are not misdeclared as specialized alloy tool steel subject to different regulations.
What are the primary cost factors beyond the purchase price when importing chain saw blades (HTS 8202.40)?
The primary additional costs are the import duty and a Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF). For the United States, chain saw blades under HTS 8202.40 generally have a Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) duty rate of 3.4% ad valorem, which is applied to the entered value. The MPF is typically 0.3464% of the entered value, with a minimum of $27.23 and a maximum of $538.40 per shipment.
Chain Saw Blade Materials & Classification
The material of the saw chain is critical for correct classification under HTS 8202.40. The base heading covers blades for working metal, but the material determines the specific rate and potential exclusions. Chains with a working part (the cutting teeth) made of materials like cemented carbide or diamond (e.g., industrial diamond-tipped for masonry) are generally excluded from 8202.40 and are classified elsewhere, such as in heading 8202.99 or 8207. For standard steel chains used for woodcutting, 8202.40 applies, but importers must verify the exact composition of the cutting teeth to avoid misclassification into tool part or abrasive categories.
Alternative Classifications & Distinguishing Features
Chain saw blades are correctly classified under 8202.40. They are sometimes confused with similar cutting tools. For example, saw blades for working metal, stone, or glass are classified in heading 8202 but under different subheadings (e.g., 8202.91 through 8202.99). Additionally, parts for chain saws (e.g., guide bars, drive sprockets) are classified separately in heading 8436 as parts of machinery of heading 8436. The key distinction for 8202.40 is that the blade is the actual cutting part, not the entire machine or its non-cutting components.