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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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