Bulk Pack Economy Dinner Knife from Mexico
Economy fixed-blade dinner knife with nickel-infused stainless steel handle, 19 cm long, valued under 20¢ for institutional use like cafeterias. Meets 8211.91.20.00 criteria excluding pruning knives or 8208 types, with specific low value and length limits. Imported in large quantities for food service.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
31.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'table knives' and provide HTS breakdown to avoid misclassification as tools
• Conduct value audits; invoices must reflect per-unit pricing under 25¢ accurately
• Test for prohibited substances in handles to comply with food contact regulations