Hobby Knife Precision Blade from Japan
Fine-point replaceable blade for craft and hobby knives like X-Acto, made from hardened steel for detailed cutting of paper, plastic, and balsa wood. It is classified in HTS 8211.94.5000 as other non-pruning knife blades. These #11-style blades are standard for model-making and artistic applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.4%
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
• Provide catalog images showing blade-only import to avoid classification as complete tools
• Test for exact steel alloy; carbon content affects duty if misdeclared as other metals
• Avoid mixing with handles in shipments—customs may reclassify as 8211.93 sets