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Wüsthof Classic Butcher Steel

A high-carbon stainless steel honing rod designed for maintaining the sharp edge on butcher knives and carving sets, with an ergonomic handle. It is a household tool of base metal, classified under the 'Other' household tools category of tariff item 8205.51.90.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%—6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%—6.5%
🇺🇸United States6.5%—6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%—6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%—6.5%

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Alternative Classifications

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8205.51.10Lower: Free vs 6.5%

If the steel is portable and butane-powered

Portable butane hair curlers are a separate sibling item under the same subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Classify as a household tool, not a machine accessory

• Declare the high-carbon steel composition for accurate tariff assessment

• Keep invoices for duty calculation

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F. Dick 10-Inch Diamond Butcher Steel

A diamond-coated honing steel with a steel core and ABS plastic handle, used for aggressive edge realignment on heavy butcher knives. It is a household tool of base metal, classified under the 'Other' household tools category of tariff item 8205.51.90.

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