Tile Cutter Blade Segment
Snap-off segments for manual tile scoring knives, with tungsten carbide tips for cutting ceramic and glass tile. These are replaceable blades for a hand tool, not for machines, and are classified under tariff item 8211.94.90 as 'Other' blades.
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 segments are for a power-operated tile cutter
Machine blades are classified in heading 82.08.
If the segments are stainless steel blanks for flatware
This item is limited to flatware blanks, not tile cutter segments.
If sold as a set with knives of heading 82.11
Chapter Note 3 classifies such sets in heading 82.15.
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
• Confirm the blade segments are for hand-held tile scoring knives, not for tile cutting machines, which would fall under heading 82.08
• Describe the tungsten carbide tip and the manual use to support classification under 8211.94.90
• Check if the product qualifies for a preferential duty rate under a free trade agreement by providing the necessary origin proof
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