HS code for screwdrivers in the European Union
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Key facts
- Most likely code
- 8205.40
- Candidate codes
- 1
- HS edition
- HS2022
- National lines
- 1
- General duty (MFN)
- 3.7%
Summary
Screwdrivers imported into the European Union are usually classified under HS code 8205.40 when it is a hand screwdriver. It sits in heading 82.05, “Hand tools (including glaziers' diamonds), not elsewhere specified or included; blow lamps; vices, clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of, machine-tools or water- jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal- operated grinding wheels with frameworks”. The tariff of the European Union has 1 national line under this code. The general (MFN) duty in the European Union on the national lines under 8205.40 is 3.7%.
How to choose the right code
Is it a hand screwdriver, or a power screwdriver with its own motor? Use 8205.40 when it is a hand screwdriver. Use 8467.29 when it is a power tool for working in the hand with a self-contained electric motor, such as an electric screwdriver.
Some similar goods are classified elsewhere: 8467.29 applies when it is a power tool for working in the hand with a self-contained electric motor, such as an electric screwdriver.
Codes for screwdrivers
Each code is listed with its legal text from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, quoted as published, and the condition under which it applies to screwdrivers.
- 8205.40
Most likely
Legal text: “Screwdrivers”
Heading 82.05: “Hand tools (including glaziers' diamonds), not elsewhere specified or included; blow lamps; vices, clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of, machine-tools or water- jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal- operated grinding wheels with frameworks”
Applies when it is a hand screwdriver.
- 8467.29
Classified elsewhere
Legal text: “With self-contained electric motor: Other”
Heading 84.67: “Tools for working in the hand, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or non-electric motor”
Applies when it is a power tool for working in the hand with a self-contained electric motor, such as an electric screwdriver.
National lines in the European Union
The tariff of the European Union splits this code into 1 national line, listed with their published text and general duty.
The general (MFN) duty in the European Union on the national lines under 8205.40 is 3.7%. Import VAT or sales tax is charged on top, and de minimis rules can change what is due; the landed cost calculator works it out for a shipment.
Under 8205.40
- 8205 40 00 00“Screwdrivers”3.7%
Similar products
Products in the same category as screwdrivers, or classified under the same headings.
- Cordless drillsHS 8467.21
Other countries
National tariff lines for screwdrivers are live for the United States. Each page lists the lines under the codes above, with their duty rates where they are live.
- Screwdrivers in United States1 national lines, duty rates live
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Classification depends on the exact product
The right code depends on what the product is made of, how it is made and what it is for, so two products sold as screwdrivers can fall under different codes.
Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for screwdrivers?
Screwdrivers imported into the European Union are usually classified under HS code 8205.40 when it is a hand screwdriver. It sits in heading 82.05, “Hand tools (including glaziers' diamonds), not elsewhere specified or included; blow lamps; vices, clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of, machine-tools or water- jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal- operated grinding wheels with frameworks”.
Does the motor change the HS code for screwdrivers?
Yes. Use 8205.40 when it is a hand screwdriver. Use 8467.29 when it is a power tool for working in the hand with a self-contained electric motor, such as an electric screwdriver.
What is the duty on screwdrivers imported into the European Union?
The general (MFN) duty in the European Union on the national lines under 8205.40 is 3.7%. Import VAT or sales tax is charged on top, and de minimis rules can change what is due; the landed cost calculator works it out for a shipment.
Sources and updates
The legal texts are from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, live on border.bot since 11 October 2026.
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The duty rates are from the live rates release, live on border.bot since 11 October 2026.
The conditions and questions on this page were written for screwdrivers by border.bot and checked against those legal texts; the page changes when a new release goes live or the topic is reviewed again.