8211.93.00Knives having other than fixed blades
Also written 82119300
HTS Code 8211.93.00 covers any article best defined as Base Metals and Articles of Base MetalTools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metalKnives with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading 8208, and blades and other base metal parts thereof:Other:Knives having other than fixed blades in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule — covering 3 sub-classifications.
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from China pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 50% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%) and Section 301 – China (25%).
Estimated Duty on 8211.93.00
$10,000.00 by ocean, entered Oct 26, 2026 · 1,000 units
- Total duty
- 55.7%
- $5,570.00 on this shipment
- Fees
- 0.47%
- MPF + HMF · $47.14
- Duty + fees
- 56.17%
- Payable to CBP
- Landed cost
- $15,617.14
- On $10,000.00 customs value
- Base duty5.7%
- Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper25%
- Section 301 – China25%
- Customs fees0.47%
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Base Duty Rates for 8211.93.00
From the Harmonized Tariff Schedule
- General Rate of Duty
- 3¢ each + 5.4%
- Special Rate of Duty
- Free
- A*AUBHCLCODEILJOKRMAOMPPAPESSG
- Column 2 (Non-NTR)
- 35¢ each + 55%
- China3¢ each + 5.4% + 50%
- Mexico3¢ each + 5.4% + 25%
- Canada3¢ each + 5.4% + 25%
- Vietnam3¢ each + 5.4% + 25%
- Germany3¢ each + 5.4% + 25%
US Import Duty on HTS 8211.93.00 by Country of Origin
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from China pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 50% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%) and Section 301 – China (25%).
| Country of origin | Base rate | Additional tariffs | Total duty |
|---|---|---|---|
| China | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 50% |
| Mexico | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25%25% with USMCA |
| Canada | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25%25% with USMCA |
| Vietnam | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Germany | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Japan | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| South Korea | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25%25% with US-Korea FTA |
| Taiwan | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| India | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Ireland | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Italy | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Switzerland | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Thailand | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Malaysia | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| United Kingdom | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| France | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Indonesia | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Brazil | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Bangladesh | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Cambodia | 3¢ each + 5.4% |
| 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
Duty from each country, in words
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from China pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 50% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%) and Section 301 – China (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Mexico pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%). With USMCA, qualifying goods pay 25%.
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Canada pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%). With USMCA, qualifying goods pay 25%.
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Vietnam pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Germany pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Japan pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from South Korea pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%). With US-Korea FTA, qualifying goods pay 25%.
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Taiwan pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from India pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Ireland pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Italy pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Switzerland pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Thailand pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Malaysia pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from United Kingdom pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from France pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Indonesia pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Brazil pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Bangladesh pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
- As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Cambodia pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
Duties on goods entered Oct 26, 2026 at the general rate (Column 2 where it applies), with tariff data verified through 2026 HTS Revision 20. Totals are before customs fees (MPF, HMF) and any antidumping or countervailing duties (AD/CVD); with a free account, the calculator checks the AD/CVD cases that may cover your import. Some tariffs and exemptions depend on details such as metal content or end use, which the calculator asks about. See US tariffs for every country.
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Top Origins: Countries the US Imports HTS 8211.93.00 From
In 2025 the US imported $248M of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00 and related codes), down 8% on 2024, mostly from China (42%), Vietnam (20%) and Taiwan (18%). Each country's total duty today is shown beside its imports.
| Country of origin | US imports, 2025 | Share | vs 2024 | Total duty today |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | $105M | 42% | 26% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 50% |
| Vietnam | $50M | 20% | 32% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Taiwan | $44M | 18% | 2% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Switzerland | $16M | 6% | 31% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Germany | $8M | 3% | 2% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Japan | $7M | 3% | 8% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Mexico | $6M | 2% | 10% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25%25% with USMCA |
| Italy | $4M | 2% | 3% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| Thailand | $3M | 1% | 2% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
| France | $2M | 1% | 28% | 3¢ each + 5.4% + 25% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, general imports (8-digit group, as Census has no figures for this exact line). Duty on a $10,000 ocean shipment entered today, before customs fees. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
Relevant HTS Notes
Official USITC notes that may affect classification under HTS 8211.93.00.
Related CROSS Rulings for HTS 8211.93.00
CBP classification rulings related to 8211.93.00. Open a ruling to read how Customs classified a similar product.
Utility knives; Spare Blades; Modification of NY 833009; subheading 8211.94.50; HQ 952988
Pocket Knife; NAFTA; Article 509; rules of origin; General Note 12(b)(ii); General Note 12(t) 82; change in tariff classification; non-originating material; EN 82.11; 3926.90.25; other articles of plastic
Revocation of NY R04558; Tariff Classification of a LumiKNIFE™
Cutter; Utility knife; plastic cutter; professional cutter; multi-purpose cutter; spare blades; EN 82.11; subheading 8211.94.50
Steel Box Cutter and Blade; Box of Replacement Blades; Razor Blades; Scrapers; Knives Having Other Than Fixed Blades; Other Edged Hand Tools; ENs 82.05 and 82.11; Additional U.S. Rule of Interpretation 1(a); HQs 952988 and 951605; NY 881076; NY 863995, affirmed; NY 851173, revoked
The tariff classification of a monocular multi tool from China.
What does HTS code 8211.93.00 cover?
HTS code 8211.93.00 covers knives having other than fixed blades, classified under Chapter 82 (Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metal) in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. The general duty rate is 3¢ each + 5.4%. There are 3 more specific sub-classifications under this code.
What is the duty rate for HTS 8211.93.00?
The general (Column 1) rate of duty for HTS 8211.93.00 is 3¢ each + 5.4%. Goods that qualify for a trade program can enter at the special rate: Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG). The Column 2 rate, for countries without normal trade relations, is 35¢ each + 55%. Additional Chapter 99 tariffs, such as Section 301 and Section 232, can apply on top depending on the country of origin.
What is the US tariff on knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from China?
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from China pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 50% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%) and Section 301 – China (25%).
What is the US tariff on knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Vietnam?
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Vietnam pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%).
What is the US tariff on knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Mexico?
As of Oct 26, 2026, US imports of knives having other than fixed blades (HTS 8211.93.00) from Mexico pay the 3¢ each + 5.4% base rate plus 25% in additional tariffs: Section 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (25%). Goods that qualify for USMCA pay 25%.
Primary Sources
The official documents behind the rates and tariffs on this page. Duties are worked out from them as of Revision 20 (2026); check the legal text before you file.
- USITCHarmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States: 8211.93.00, Revision 20 (2026)
- USITCHTS Chapter 82, with its notes (PDF)
- USITCHTS Section 15 notes, printed with Chapter 72 (PDF)
- Federal RegisterSection 232 – Steel, Aluminum & Copper (9903.82.09): Proclamation 11032
- CBPCROSS classification rulings for 8211.93.00
- U.S. Census BureauU.S. general imports by HTS code and country