Stainless Steel Dinner Knife

A table knife with a fixed stainless steel blade and matching stainless steel handle, designed for everyday dining use. It falls under HTS 8211.91.40.00 as a knife with a fixed blade, stainless steel handle, not for pruning or heading 8208, and classified as 'other' table knives. The all-stainless construction distinguishes it from those with other handle materials.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

8211.92.40Higher: 14.6% vs 13.7%

If marketed as a kitchen or sheath-type knife

Knives designed for kitchen use or with substantial sheaths for hunting/fishing fall under subheading 8211.92 for other knives.

8215Higher: 15.3% vs 13.7%

If sold as part of a cutlery set with equal or more forks/spoons

Per chapter notes, sets with one or more knives of 8211 and at least equal number of 8215 articles classify in 8215.

8211.91.20.00Higher: 23.9% vs 13.7%

If handle is not stainless steel, e.g., plastic or wood

Only knives with stainless steel handles qualify for 8211.91.40; other handle materials shift to different subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the blade is fixed and handle is stainless steel to confirm classification under 8211.91.40.00; provide material certificates

Ensure FDA compliance for food-contact surfaces, including safe handling certifications

Avoid misclassification as kitchen cutlery (8211.92) if marketed solely for table service

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Stainless Steel Dessert Knife

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Stainless Steel Bread Knife for Table

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