Steel Handheld Meat Tenderizer
A hammer-style steel mallet with pyramid teeth, used for tenderizing meat in household kitchens. Its working surface is of base metal, and it qualifies as a household tool under tariff item 8205.51.90.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as part of a cutlery set
Sets with knives and equal number of heading 82.15 articles are classified in heading 82.15.
If the product is a portable butane hair curler
Not applicable; this is a different household tool.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify as a household tool of base metal; ensure it is not considered a machine
• Provide end-use documentation if requested by CBSA
• Check for anti-dumping or countervailing duties on certain steel products from specific origins
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