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Folding Utility Knife with Retractable Blade

A standard contractor's folding utility knife with a retractable blade, designed for drywall and craft work. The folding, non-fixed blade mechanism places it under tariff item 8211.93.00, distinguishing it from fixed-blade tools.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5%β€”5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5%β€”5%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States5%+25.0%30%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5%β€”5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5%β€”5%

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Alternative Classifications

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

8211.91.10Higher: 7% vs 5%

If the knife had a fixed blade

Fixed-blade utility knives fall under a different tariff item.

Not sure which classification is right?

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€’ Ensure the blade is not classified as a separate article of heading 8208; the knife itself is the primary good

β€’ Declare the knife's value including any replacement blades

β€’ Check if the retractable mechanism affects the classification