Manganese-Alloy Steak Knife with Fixed Blade from Japan
A dining steak knife with a serrated stainless steel blade and fixed handle made from stainless steel alloyed with over 10% manganese. Classified under HTS 8211.91.25.00 due to its table knife design, fixed blade, and qualifying handle composition. Ideal for cutting meats at the table.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain lab analysis reports proving >10% manganese in handle to justify this HTS classification
• Label as 'table knives' not 'kitchen knives' to prevent reclassification under other blades
• For bulk shipments, ensure no mixing with pruning knives which fall under heading 8208 exclusions