# HS code for screwdrivers in the United States > Screwdrivers imported into the United States 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 United States has 1 national line under this code. The general (MFN) duty in the United States on the national lines under 8205.40 is 6.2%. Source: https://border.bot/countries/united-states/hs-codes/for/screwdrivers Last updated: 11 October 2026 ## Key facts - Most likely code: [8205.40](https://border.bot/hs-codes/820540) - Chapter: [82: Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metal](https://border.bot/hs-codes/82) - Candidate codes: 1 - HS edition: HS2022 - National lines: 1 - General duty (MFN): 6.2% ## Summary Screwdrivers imported into the United States 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 United States has 1 national line under this code. The general (MFN) duty in the United States on the national lines under 8205.40 is 6.2%. ## 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](https://border.bot/hs-codes/820540) (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](https://border.bot/hs-codes/846729) (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 United States The tariff of the United States splits this code into 1 national line, listed with their published text and general duty. The general (MFN) duty in the United States on the national lines under 8205.40 is 6.2%. 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, and parts thereof”. General duty (MFN): 6.2% ## Similar products Products in the same category as screwdrivers, or classified under the same headings. - [Cordless drills](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/cordless-drills): 8467.21 ## Check your exact product Describe your product, or paste its page, and the classifier suggests the code in the tariff of the United States with its reasons. - [Classify your exact product](https://border.bot/tools/hs-code-classifier?product=screwdriver&destination=US) ## 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 United States 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 United States? The general (MFN) duty in the United States on the national lines under 8205.40 is 6.2%. 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. The national lines are from the tariff release of the United States (2026HTSRev21), live on border.bot since 9 October 2026. The duty rates are from the live rates release, live on border.bot since 9 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. Official source files: - https://hts.usitc.gov/reststop/exportList?from=0000000000&to=9999999999&format=CSV&styles=false Machine-readable: https://border.bot/countries/united-states/hs-codes/for/screwdrivers.json