HS 8208 — Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 82 Tools, implements, cutlery
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 82
Chapter 82 Tools, implements, cutlery
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 8208 covers
Hand tools, interchangeable tool heads, cutlery, scissors, razors and spoons.
Classification notes
Article function (tool vs knife vs cutlery) drives classification.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 8208
What is HS 8208?
Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 82 (Tools, implements, cutlery). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 8208?
Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 8208 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 8208 products?
Article function (tool vs knife vs cutlery) drives classification.