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Hard Rubber Knife Handles

Ergonomic handles for knives and tools molded from ebonite. Classified under HTS 4017.00.00.00 as fabricated hard rubber articles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China2.7%+35.0%37.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany2.7%+10.0%12.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan2.7%+10.0%12.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 37.7%

If plastic composition

Plastic handles classify as Chapter 39 articles.

8201.10.00.00Lower: 35% vs 37.7%

If complete agricultural knives

Assembled tools classify by function in Chapter 82.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Import as separate handles, not assembled knives, to avoid tool classifications

β€’ Certify hard rubber vs. plastic bakelite substitutes

β€’ Document grip properties and vulcanization