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Rescue Fixed Blade Knife

An emergency rescue knife with a fixed serrated blade and rubber handle, designed for cutting seatbelts and ropes. It qualifies under tariff item 8211.92.00 as a fixed-blade knife with a rubber handle.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China7%β€”7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico7%β€”7%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States7%+25.0%32%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany7%β€”7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan7%β€”7%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8211.93.00Lower: 5% vs 7%

If the blade folds into the handle

Folding knives are classified separately from fixed-blade knives.

8215.99.10Higher: 11% vs 7%

If sold as a set with an equal number of cutlery items

Sets of knives and cutlery are classified under heading 82.15 per chapter note 3.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Classify the knife under 8211.92.00 and ensure the handle material is described as rubber

β€’ Verify that the serrated blade does not affect classification under other headings

β€’ Keep records of the knife's intended use for emergency rescue for CBSA inspection