Disposable Stainless Dinner Knife

An inexpensive fixed-blade dinner knife with stainless steel handle for single-use in catering, valued at 18¢ each and 20 cm long. The semi-serrated blade suits cutting meats and vegetables at events. Fits HTS 8211.91.30.00 as a table knife with stainless handle, low cost, and compact size.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10.6%+10.0%20.6%
🇲🇽Mexico10.6%+10.0%20.6%
🇨🇦Canada10.6%+10.0%20.6%
🇩🇪Germany10.6%+10.0%20.6%
🇯🇵Japan10.6%+10.0%20.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

8211.94Lower: 15.4% vs 20.6%

If handle is other metal like aluminum

Shifts from stainless steel handles (8211.91) to other base metal handles in 8211.94.

8215.10.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 20.6%

If when part of a dining set including spoons and forks

Per chapter note, sets with knives and equal+ 8215 items classify in 8215.

4202.92Higher: 27.6% vs 20.6%

If packaged with a sheath for retail sale

May be seen as a sheathed knife case set, falling under travel goods if holster-dominant.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label shipments clearly as 'table knives' with stainless steel handles to match HTS description

Conduct value audits; blending high/low-value items can trigger penalties

Comply with food contact material regs like FDA standards for stainless steel

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