HS Code:
Table saws for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics, or similar hard materials, each equipped with a 25.4 cm blade, fall under HS subheading 8465.91.00. This category excludes tilting arbor table saws (non-laser guided) with a 25.4 cm blade weighing not more than 220 kg, and laser-guided tilting arbor table saws with a 25.4 cm blade and detachable base with casters weighing less than 31 kg. These saws are primarily used in woodworking and industrial applications for precision cutting of hard materials. The global trade of these tools reflects demand in construction, furniture manufacturing, and other industrial sectors.
Total Trade Volume
USD 320 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (India)
Lowest Rate
0% (European Union - intra-EU trade)
Growing demand for precision tools in emerging markets
Increased exports to regions like Southeast Asia and Latin America due to expanding construction and furniture industries
2021-2022
Shift towards automation and advanced features
Manufacturers are integrating digital controls and safety features, driving up unit costs but also market value
2020-2022
Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions
Delays in raw material procurement and shipping have affected production timelines and costs
2022
The European Union introduced updated safety regulations for table saws, mandating advanced blade guards and emergency stop features starting mid-2023.
June 2023
Manufacturers exporting to the EU must adapt designs, potentially increasing production costs but improving market trust.
A revised trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain industrial tools, including table saws, fostering increased exports from China to the US.
March 2023
Expected to boost trade volume by 10-15% in 2023, benefiting Chinese exporters and US importers.
Several leading manufacturers introduced table saws made with advanced lightweight composites, improving portability without sacrificing durability.
September 2022
Attracts small-scale contractors and hobbyists, expanding the consumer base in North America and Europe.