U.S. imports of Axes, Bill Hooks, Similar Hewing Tools, and Parts, of Base Metal (HS 820140) totaled $3.2M in August 2026, imported from 26 countries.
Importers of Axes, Bill Hooks, Similar Hewing Tools, and Parts, of Base Metal paid $451K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 14.67% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataAxes, adzes, machetes, and bill hooks each occupy distinct 10-digit lines within this heading — machetes at 8201403000, axes and adzes at 8201406010, and other hewing tools at 8201406080 — making precise product identification essential at entry. Mexico leads US imports under this heading, with India a notable second-ranked source, reflecting established forging and hand-tool manufacturing industries in both countries. Chinese-origin goods in this heading are subject to Section 301 tariffs, which influences sourcing decisions for importers of commodity-grade axes and machetes. Blade steel grade, heat treatment, and handle material are common specification points that affect both commercial value and, in some cases, country-of-origin processing determinations.
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Machetes are long, broad-bladed cutting tools used primarily for clearing vegetation and are specifically enumerated at 8201403000. Bill hooks have a curved or hooked blade designed for pruning and lopping woody stems and fall under 8201406080. The blade geometry and intended agricultural or forestry use are the key distinguishing factors CBP considers.
Yes — parts of axes and hewing tools, including bare metal heads, are explicitly covered by heading 8201 and would be classified at 8201406010 if they are axe or adze heads. Importers should ensure commercial invoices clearly describe the article as a part rather than a complete tool to avoid misclassification.
Subheading 4 of 6 in heading 8201
Subheading 820140 · $3.2M of $26.8M
ImportsExports
Imports
$3.2MYoY · free account
Exports
$266KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $34.0M of Axes, Bill Hooks, Similar Hewing Tools, and Parts, of Base Metal and exported $4.9M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8201406010 | Axes and Adzes, and Parts Therof, of Base Metal | $2.5M | 13.37% | 81.92% | $331K |
| 8201403000 | Machetes and Parts Thereof of Base Metal | $375K | 21.25% | 100.00% | $80K |
| 8201406080 | Bill Hooks and Similar Hewing Tools & Parts NESOI | $225K | 17.97% | 73.37% | $40K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8201400000 | Axs Bl Hks Smlr Hwng Tls A Prts, Bs Mtl | $266K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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Imports · August 2026
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China pays 42.3% duty; Mexico 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
16.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 14.67% of imports for consumption.