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 Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | +25.0% | 30% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the knife had a fixed blade
Fixed-blade utility knives fall under a different tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the blade is not classified as a separate article of heading 8208; the knife itself is the primary good
• Declare the knife's value including any replacement blades
• Check if the retractable mechanism affects the classification
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