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German-Style Serrated Steak Knife

High-quality serrated-edge steak knife mimicking traditional German craftsmanship with a fixed stainless blade. HTS 8211.91.80.30 applies to these other steak knives having fixed blades for table use, not featuring excluded handle types. Perfect for slicing tough cuts like ribeye.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.9%+32.5%37.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.9%+25.0%29.9%
🇨🇦Canada4.9%+25.0%29.9%
🇩🇪Germany4.9%+25.0%29.9%
🇯🇵Japan4.9%+25.0%29.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

8211.91.40Lower: 28.7% vs 37.4%

If handle of ceramic or glass

Fixed blade table knives with ceramic/glass handles have distinct subheading.

8211.92.40Lower: 29.6% vs 37.4%

If for sheath-contained fishing knives

Statistical note defines sheath-type as fixed-blade in substantial holster for hunting/fishing.

8211Same rate: 37.4%

If blade is the primary imported part only

Separate blades and base metal parts classify under 8211.99.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document serration pattern as table-use only; heavy-duty edges risk pruning knife scrutiny

• Include origin certificates for 'German-style' claims to support valuation

• Ship individually wrapped; bulk sets trigger statistical piece counting and potential 8215 shift