Leather Craft Knife Blade
A rounded French-style skiving blade for leatherworking, made of high-carbon steel for clean, precise cuts. It is a replacement blade for a leather craft knife, not a complete knife, and is classified under tariff item 8211.94.90 as 'Other' blades for knives.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.5% | — | 3.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.5% | — | 3.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 3.5% | +25.0% | 28.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3.5% | — | 3.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3.5% | — | 3.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the blade is for a machine or mechanical appliance
Knives and cutting blades for machines or mechanical appliances are classified in heading 82.08, not in heading 82.11.
If the blade is a blank of stainless steel, stamped to shape, for flatware manufacture
This item covers specific stainless steel blanks for flatware, which are not 'Other' blades.
If sold as part of a set with knives of heading 82.11
Sets with knives and articles of heading 82.15 are classified in heading 82.15 per Chapter Note 3.
Not sure which classification is right?
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
• Ensure the blade is not part of a set with knives of heading 82.11 and articles of heading 82.15, as that would change classification
• Declare the blade's material (high-carbon steel) and intended use (leatherworking) to support the tariff classification
• Verify if the blade qualifies for preferential treatment under a free trade agreement by providing a valid certificate of origin
Related Products under Tariff item 8211.94.90
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A narrow, flexible fixed blade replacement for boning knives, made from hardened steel. It is designed for meat processing and food service use, and falls under this tariff item as a blade for knives of heading 82.11, other than those of heading 82.08.
Box Cutter Replacement Blade
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Carbon Steel Chef's Fixed Blade Replacement
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Dive Knife Fixed Blade Spare
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