HS Code for Wood Chisels and Planes
The HS Code for wood chisels and planes is 820530. The MFN duty rate for importing to the US is 4.5%.
| HS Code (6-digit) | 820530 |
|---|---|
| US HTS (10-digit) | 8205300000 |
| EU CN Code (8-digit) | 82053000 |
| US Duty Rate (MFN) | 4.5% |
| EU Duty Rate (MFN) | 2.7% |
| Chapter | 82 |
| Heading | 8205 |
| Last Updated | 2026-05 |
Description
Planes, chisels, gouges and similar cutting tools for working wood
HS Code 820530 covers woodworking cutting tools like planes and chisels with a US MFN duty rate of 4.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the material composition of the blade affect the classification of wood chisels and planes under HTS 820530?
Yes, the classification under heading 8205 is specific to tools with a working part of base metal. For a wood chisel or plane to be classified here, its cutting blade must be made of materials like steel or other ferrous metals. Tools with cutting edges primarily of materials like ceramic or diamond would not be classifiable in 820530 and would have a different classification.
What are the common customs inspection risks for wood chisels and planes (HTS 820530) related to their composition and manufacturing origin?
Customs may physically inspect shipments to verify the declared steel alloy composition, as tools with high-speed steel (HSS) or carbide cutting edges could face different duty rates or anti-dumping measures. There is also heightened scrutiny on country of origin markings to prevent the circumvention of trade remedies, such as those potentially applicable to certain hand tools from specific countries.
What additional costs, beyond the import duty, should I expect when importing woodworking chisels and planes under HTS 8205.30?
In addition to the 5.3% Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) duty rate, expect to pay a 25% additional duty under Section 301 if the goods are of Chinese origin. You will also be responsible for a 0.3464% Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) on the entered value of the shipment.
Material Variants for Wood Chisels and Planes (8205.30)
Classification under 8205.30 is primarily determined by the tool's function for working wood, not its material composition. The blades or cutting parts must be of base metal, but the handles can be made of wood, plastic, or composite materials without changing the classification. Tools where the entire working part (e.g., the plane body or chisel shaft) is made of non-base metals like solid brass or aluminum may be classified elsewhere, such as in 8205.59 ("Other"). Similarly, miniature precision chisels with handles of precious metal might fall under a different heading, like 9114.00 for parts of watches.
Commonly Confused & Related HTS Codes
Wood chisels and planes of heading 8205 are sometimes confused with other cutting tools. The most frequent alternative classification error is with heading 8202, which covers hand saws and blades for working wood, not the shaping tools of 8205. Furthermore, powered planers or electric woodworking tools are not classified here; they fall under heading 8465 (Machine-tools for working wood). Always verify that the tool is manually operated (non-powered) and specifically designed for cutting or shaping wood to ensure correct placement under 8205.30.