Stainless Steel Steak Knife from Germany
A fixed-blade table knife with a sharp, serrated edge designed for cutting steak at the dinner table. It falls under HTS 8211.91.80.60 as a table knife with a fixed blade, not of heading 8208, and classified as 'other' within the non-specified categories. The substantial metal handle and blade construction distinguish it from sheath-type or kitchen knives.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
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 the blade is fixed and not folding to avoid reclassification under pocket knife headings
• Include detailed material composition (e.g
• stainless steel percentages) in documentation for accurate duty assessment
• Ensure knives meet U.S. safety standards for food contact surfaces to prevent FDA import holds