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Outdoor Survival Fixed Blade Knife

A fixed-blade knife with a 4-inch stainless steel blade and ergonomic rubber handle, designed for camping and survival tasks. It falls under HTS 8211.92.40.60 as a sheath-type knife with fixed blade and rubber/plastic handle, not for pruning or heading 8208. Used for general outdoor cutting, excluding specialized sheath knives in 8211.92.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.6%+25.0%29.6%
🇲🇽Mexico4.6%+25.0%29.6%
🇨🇦Canada4.6%+25.0%29.6%
🇩🇪Germany4.6%+25.0%29.6%
🇯🇵Japan4.6%+25.0%29.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

8211.92.90Higher: 38.6% vs 29.6%

If with wooden or metal handles

Knives with fixed blades but non-rubber/plastic handles classify under other handle materials in 8211.92.90.

8211.94Lower: 17.9% vs 29.6%

If folding blade

Folding or spring-loaded blades move to 8211.94, regardless of handle material.

8215.20.00.00Lower: 25% vs 29.6%

If sold as set with equal number of forks/spoons

Per chapter note, sets with knives and equal utensils classify in 8215, not individual knives.

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

• Verify blade is fixed and handle is rubber/plastic; include material certificates

• Avoid misclassification as pocket knives (8211.91)

• Ensure no inclusion of forks/spoons to prevent set reclassification under 8215