Forged Carbon Steel Steak Knife from Japan
Individual forged carbon steel steak knife with a fixed non-serrated blade and ergonomic handle for precise meat cutting. Falls under HTS 8211.91.80.30 as a table knife having a fixed blade designated for steak, excluding pruning or specialized knives. Ideal for formal dining settings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
29.9%
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
• Certify carbon steel composition; high-carbon blades may require additional metallurgical testing
• Confirm fixed blade mechanism; any pivot suggests 8211.94 folding knife classification
• Avoid retail packaging with other utensils to prevent inadvertent set classification under chapter note