U.S. imports of Straight Saw Blades for Working Metal, of Base Metal (HS 820291) totaled $4.4M in August 2026, imported from 20 countries.
Importers of Straight Saw Blades for Working Metal, of Base Metal paid $381K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 8.65% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Straight Saw Blades for Working Metal, of Base Metal imports of $4.4M in August 2026 ran 71% above the year-to-date monthly average of $2.6M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataStraight saw blades designed specifically for cutting metal — including hacksaw blades (8202913000) and other non-hacksaw straight blades (8202916000) — are the primary articles here, with Switzerland and China the leading US import sources. The hacksaw versus other-straight-blade distinction is commercially significant because hacksaw blades serve hand-tool and maintenance markets, while other straight blades are often used in power-fed machine applications requiring tighter dimensional tolerances. Importers sourcing from China should account for potential Section 301 exposure when calculating landed costs.
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416 import shipments a month
Hacksaw blades (8202913000) are narrow, hand-held or hand-frame blades with fine teeth designed for manual or reciprocating metal cutting. Other straight blades for working metal (8202916000) cover power-machine straight blades that do not meet the hacksaw definition. The distinction turns on design intent and tooth geometry, so product specifications and manufacturer documentation are key to correct classification.
Yes. Blades originating in China are potentially subject to Section 301 tariffs in addition to the base MFN rate. Switzerland and Sweden, which are among the leading suppliers, are not subject to Section 301. Canada-origin goods may benefit from USMCA treatment. Consult a licensed customs broker to confirm current remedy applicability and any applicable preference programs.
Subheading 6 of 7 in heading 8202
Subheading 820291 · $4.4M of $75.1M
ImportsExports
Imports
$4.4MYoY · free account
Exports
$1.9MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $31.1M of Straight Saw Blades for Working Metal, of Base Metal and exported $19.9M.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8202916000 | Strht Saw Blds F Wrkng Mtl Bm Oth Thn Hcksw | $4.2M | 8.15% | 99.62% | $343K |
| 8202913000 | Hacksaw Blades of Base Metal | $207K | 18.81% | 95.12% | $39K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8202910000 | Straight Saw Blades for Working Metal, Base Metal | $1.9M |
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.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Switzerland and Austria together supply 80% of it. China pays 32.3% duty; Austria 0.0%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
0.3% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 8.65% of imports for consumption.
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