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Steel Household Letter Opener Tool

A sturdy steel blade letter opener styled as a mini knife for office/home mail. Fits HTS 8205.51.30.60 as other household steel tools.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+37.5%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8214.10Lower: 16.7% vs 41.2%

If paper knives or similar stationery items

Stationery paper knives classify under heading 8214.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Dull blade certification prevents weapon classification issues

• Market as 'household tool' not cutlery