U.S. imports of Knife Blades (Not Elsewhere Specified) (HS 821194) totaled $2.0M in August 2026, imported from 30 countries.
Importers of Knife Blades (Not Elsewhere Specified) paid $640K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 32.40% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Knife Blades (Not Elsewhere Specified) imports of $2.0M in August 2026 ran 16% below the year-to-date monthly average of $2.4M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataTraded primarily as components for downstream knife assembly, knife blades classified here are separated from the finished knife under the US schedule into blades for fixed-blade knives (8211941000) and blades for non-fixed blade knives (8211945000), with a catch-all line (8211940000). China and Vietnam dominate supply, making Section 301 exposure a central cost consideration for importers sourcing blade blanks or finished blades for further manufacture. Mexico is a notable supplier, and goods of Mexican origin may benefit from USMCA preferential treatment if applicable rules of origin are satisfied. Correct classification depends on whether the blade is destined for a fixed or folding knife, a distinction that affects both the tariff line and any applicable trade-remedy exposure.
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276 import shipments a month
Yes. The US schedule under 821194 explicitly separates blades for fixed-blade knives (8211941000) from blades for non-fixed blade knives (8211945000). Importers must identify the intended end-use knife type and document it, as misclassification between these lines can affect duty liability and trade-remedy applicability.
Goods of Mexican origin may qualify for USMCA preferential tariff treatment if they meet the applicable rules of origin, including any required tariff shift or regional value content thresholds. Importers should obtain a USMCA certification of origin from the supplier and confirm eligibility with a licensed customs broker before claiming the preference.
ImportsExports
Imports
$2.0MYoY · free account
Exports
$1.3MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $26.9M of Knife Blades (Not Elsewhere Specified) and exported $13.1M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8211945000 | Blades for Knives not Having Fixed Blades | $1.8M | 33.49% | 89.55% | $607K |
| 8211941000 | Blades for Knives Having Fixed Blades | $164K | 20.42% | 100.00% | $34K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8211940000 | Blades for Knives | $1.3M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Subheading 5 of 6 in heading 8211
Subheading 821194 · $2.0M of $62.3M
Imports · August 2026
origin
China pays 52.5% duty; Japan 30.2%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
9.4% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 32.40% of imports for consumption.