Stainless Steel Table Knife with Plastic Grip from Germany

A budget table knife featuring a fixed stainless steel blade and handle, valued under 25¢ each and measuring 22 cm overall. It is designed for everyday dining use, with a simple serrated edge for cutting food. Classified under HTS 8211.91.30.00 due to its fixed blade, stainless steel handle construction, low value, and length under 25.9 cm.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

20.6%

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

Verify blade is fixed and handle qualifies as stainless steel per HTS notes to avoid reclassification

Provide detailed value documentation like invoices showing unit price under 25¢ to customs

Ensure overall length measurement excludes any packaging; common pitfall is mismeasuring