Soil Fork
A hand fork with 4-6 steel tines and a hardwood handle for aerating soil, turning compost, and loosening earth in horticulture. It qualifies for HTS 8201.90.60.00 as an other handtool akin to agricultural forks, distinct from larger pitchforks. Base metal parts enable its soil-working function.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed as a full-size agricultural fork
Larger forks for hay or manure handling have specific provisions within the heading.
If household gardening sets
Retail sets of small tools shift to heading 8205 per chapter notes on mixed sets.
If part of harvesting machinery
Components for agricultural machinery fall under Chapter 84 for specialized equipment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare exact tine count and dimensions to differentiate from larger forks potentially under other subheadings
• Obtain certificates for handle materials if wood to comply with plant quarantine regulations
• Watch for misclassification as gardening sets, which may invoke statistical reporting rules
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