Brass Diver's Knife Handle from Japan
Corrosion-resistant brass handle for underwater diver's knives, featuring finger grooves and tang slot for blade insertion. It qualifies for HTS 8211.95.90.00 as an other base metal handle for cutting blade knives outside heading 8208 scope. Ideal for marine and rescue applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
30.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Certify material as base metal (brass alloy) with lab tests if composition is questioned at customs
• Avoid packaging with blades or sheaths to prevent aggregation into complete knife classification