Zinc Alloy Paring Knife Handle from Mexico
Die-cast zinc alloy handle for paring knives, with polished finish and rivet holes for secure blade attachment. Falls under HTS 8211.95.90.00 for other base metal handles of knives with cutting blades, serrated or not. Commonly used in culinary prep work.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Declare exact alloy composition (e.g
• Zamak) to confirm base metal status under tariff definitions
• Use HTS advisory rulings for handles with unique designs to preempt classification disputes
• Ensure no inclusion of non-metal inserts that could change material heading