Find HS Code and trade information for blowtorch

Blowtorch

A blowtorch is a fuel-fueled flame-producing tool used for heating materials to very high temperatures. It is commonly employed in applications like welding, soldering, brazing, desoldering, metal bending, and surface treatment.

Material

Blowtorches utilize a variety of fuels, influencing their portability, heat output, and applications. Common fuel types include:

• Propane: A widely used, relatively inexpensive fuel suitable for general-purpose applications.
• MAPP Gas: A blend of methylacetylene and propadiene, producing a higher temperature flame than propane, ideal for more demanding tasks like brazing.
• Acetylene: Combined with oxygen, acetylene generates the hottest flame temperatures, commonly used in professional welding and cutting. Requires specialized equipment due to its instability.
• Hydrogen: Increasingly used as a cleaner alternative, producing water as a byproduct. Requires specialized tanks and regulators.
• Butane: Often found in smaller, portable torches for hobbyist applications like jewelry making or crafts.

The torch body is typically constructed from metal alloys like brass, stainless steel, or aluminum, designed to withstand high temperatures and fuel exposure.

Purpose

The primary purpose of a blowtorch is to deliver a concentrated, high-temperature flame for localized heating. Specific applications include:

• Welding: Fusing metal parts together using a molten pool created by the flame.
• Soldering: Joining metal parts using a lower-melting-point filler metal.
• Brazing: Joining metal parts using a higher-melting-point filler metal than soldering, creating stronger joints.
• Cutting: Using a focused oxygen stream in conjunction with the flame to oxidize and sever metal.
• Heat Treatment: Altering the physical properties of metal through controlled heating and cooling.
• Desoldering: Removing solder from electronic components.
• Surface Treatment: Applying coatings or modifying the surface characteristics of materials.
• Thawing: Used for thawing frozen pipes or machinery.

Function

A blowtorch functions by mixing fuel and oxygen (where applicable) in a controlled ratio and igniting the mixture. The resulting flame's temperature and intensity are regulated by adjusting the fuel flow and oxygen supply. Key components contributing to the function include:

• Fuel Tank/Connection: Stores or provides the fuel source.
• Regulator: Controls the fuel pressure.
• Valve: Controls the fuel flow rate.
• Mixer: Combines fuel and oxygen (if applicable).
• Nozzle: Shapes and directs the flame.
• Igniter: Initiates the flame.

Usage Scenarios

Blowtorches are used in a wide range of settings:

• Professional Welding/Fabrication: Automotive repair, construction, plumbing, HVAC.
• Plumbing: Soldering copper pipes, brazing fittings.
• Electronics Repair: Desoldering and soldering electronic components.
• Jewelry Making: Soldering and fusing metal components.
• HVAC: Brazing refrigerant lines.
• DIY/Home Repair: General repairs, crafting, thawing pipes.

Common Types

• Self-Lighting Torches: Equipped with a piezo igniter for easy starting.
• Manual Lighting Torches: Require a separate ignition source (e.g., lighter, spark lighter).
• Propane Torches: Versatile and widely available for general-purpose use.
• MAPP Gas Torches: Higher heat output for brazing and more demanding tasks.
• Acetylene Torches: Highest heat output, used for professional welding and cutting.
• Micro Torches: Small, portable torches for precision work like jewelry making.
• Multi-Fuel Torches: Capable of using multiple fuel types.
• Oxygen-Acetylene Torches: Utilizing oxygen and acetylene for high-temperature applications.

Based on the provided information, “blowtorch” can be classified under the following HS codes:

• 8205600000: Handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included; blow torches and similar self-contained torches, and parts thereof.

  • Chapter 82: Tools, implements, cutlery, hand tools, and articles of corresponding materials; articles of cutlery not elsewhere specified or included; hand tools, whether or not containing parts of other materials.
  • Heading 8205: Handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included; blow torches and similar self-contained torches; vises, 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; base metal parts thereof.
  • Subheading 8205600000: Specifically covers blow torches and similar self-contained torches.
  • Tax Details: Basic tariff: 2.9%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Tariff after April 2, 2025: 30.0%, Total tariff: 57.9%.

• 8205100000: Handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included; blow torches and similar self-contained torches; vises, 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; base metal parts thereof: Drilling, threading or tapping tools, and parts thereof.

  • Chapter 82: Tools, implements, cutlery, hand tools, and articles of corresponding materials; articles of cutlery not elsewhere specified or included; hand tools, whether or not containing parts of other materials.
  • Heading 8205: Handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included; blow torches and similar self-contained torches; vises, 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; base metal parts thereof.
  • Subheading 8205100000: Specifically covers drilling, threading or tapping tools, and parts thereof.
  • Tax Details: Basic tariff: 6.2%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Tariff after April 2, 2025: 30.0%, Total tariff: 61.2%.

• 7326908688: Other articles of iron or steel: Other: Other: Other: Other Other.

  • Chapter 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • Heading 7326: Other articles of iron or steel.
  • Subheading 7326908688: Covers other articles of iron or steel.
  • Tax Details: Basic tariff: 2.9%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Tariff after April 2, 2025: 30.0%, Total tariff: 82.9%. Additionally, a 25% additional tariff applies to steel and aluminum products.

Regarding HS code 7326908688, please note the need to verify the material (steel or aluminum) and may require additional tariff verification.