Hard Rubber Knife Handles from Mexico
Ergonomic handles for knives and tools molded from ebonite. Classified under HTS 4017.00.00.00 as fabricated hard rubber articles.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Import as separate handles, not assembled knives, to avoid tool classifications
• Certify hard rubber vs. plastic bakelite substitutes
• Document grip properties and vulcanization