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Aluminum Can Opener

Manual can opener with aluminum body and handle, perfect for opening canned goods in home kitchens. Falls under HTS 8205.51.60.00 as a household handtool constructed of aluminum. Not powered, distinguishing it from electric models.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+37.5%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8205.51.45.00Lower: 37.5% vs 42.5%

If other base metal composition

Non-aluminum household openers use separate material-based subheadings.

8210.00.00.00Lower: 41.2% vs 42.5%

If sold as a kitchen utensil set

Sets with multiple utensils may classify under hand-operated mechanical appliances.

7323.93.00Lower: 27% vs 42.5%

If stainless steel table/kitchen ware

Similar kitchen tools of steel can fall under household articles heading.

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

• Include photos or diagrams in documentation showing aluminum construction to support classification

• Avoid bundling with kitchen knives, as sets with equal or more knives classify under 8215

• Ensure no electric components, which would move to Chapter 85 powered appliances