Steak Knife with Molded Plastic Handle

A sharp fixed-blade steak knife for table and kitchen use, with a molded plastic handle for durability. Though often tableware, its butcher/kitchen utility places it in HTS 8211.92.20.00 for fixed plastic-handle knives.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.6%+17.5%22.1%
🇲🇽Mexico4.6%+10.0%14.6%
🇨🇦Canada4.6%+10.0%14.6%
🇩🇪Germany4.6%+10.0%14.6%
🇯🇵Japan4.6%+10.0%14.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

8215.20.00.00Higher: 35% vs 22.1%

If imported in table cutlery sets

Table forks/knives/spoons sets classify in 8215, not individual knives.

8211.92.40Lower: 14.6% vs 22.1%

If solid metal handle

Metal-handled steak knives shift to the non-plastic fixed blade subheading.

8211.94Lower: 15.4% vs 22.1%

If folding steak knife design

Collapsible blades exclude from fixed-blade categories.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Differentiate from table sets by selling individually, not in silverware groups

Invoice as 'kitchen steak knife' to avoid 8215 misrouting

Check for serrated edge, which still fits if fixed and handled correctly