Stainless Steel Letter Opener from Germany
A sleek stainless steel letter opener with a pointed blade for cleanly opening sealed envelopes without tearing contents. Classified under HTS 8214.10.00.00 as a letter opener, a core example in this heading for base metal cutlery not used for kitchen or butchery. Its compact design suits desk or executive use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.2%
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 material certificates confirming stainless steel composition to meet base metal requirements
• Avoid sharp, dagger-like points that could trigger weapon scrutiny under import regulations
• Declare as 'non-mechanical letter opener' explicitly on commercial invoices