Titanium-Coated Chef Knife Handle
This is a base metal chef knife handle with PVD titanium coating for durability and style. It is a base metal handle for a knife with a cutting blade, and since chef knives are not table knives with fixed blades, this handle falls under this tariff item for handles of knives having other than fixed blades.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇩🇪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 handle is for a fixed-blade knife
This alternative covers handles for other knives with fixed blades, which are excluded from this item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the handle is for a chef knife with a non-fixed blade, not a fixed-blade table knife
• Declare the base metal and titanium coating accurately
• Keep records of the knife type it is designed for to avoid misclassification
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