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Stainless Steel Letter Opener from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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