Economy Stainless Utility Table Knife from Japan
Versatile fixed stainless steel table knife for casual dining, 19 cm long and valued at 15¢ per unit. Features a plain edge for general food prep at tableside. Qualifies for 8211.91.30.00 as other table knife with stainless handle under value/length specs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
35.6%
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
• Measure overall length precisely from tip to handle end per HTS criteria
• Bulk importers should segregate by value to match exact subheading
• Watch for reclassification if perceived as pruning tool (stays out of 8208)