HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
8205511500 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8205513030 | Doc | 58.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
7323940030 | Doc | 90.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
6804300000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8460310040 | Doc | 59.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |




Here is the detailed classification and tariff information for knife sharpeners based on the provided HS codes:
✅ HS CODE: 8205511500
Product Description:
- Suitable for engraving knife sharpeners
- Made of iron or steel
- Includes engraving steel and butcher steel, with or without handles
- Classified as a domestic tool
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (General): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
Key Notes:
- This code applies to iron or steel sharpeners used for engraving or butchery.
- No anti-dumping duties currently apply to this category.
- Proactive Advice: Confirm the material (iron/steel) and intended use (e.g., engraving, butchery) to ensure correct classification.
✅ HS CODE: 8205513030
Product Description:
- Steel sharpeners for domestic use
- Includes kitchen and tableware sharpeners
- Made of iron or steel
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 3.7%
- Additional Tariff (General): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 58.7%
Key Notes:
- This code is for steel sharpeners used in domestic kitchen or tableware.
- Proactive Advice: Ensure the product is not classified under a higher tariff category (e.g., 7323940030) due to material or function.
✅ HS CODE: 7323940030
Product Description:
- Steel sharpeners for domestic use
- Includes kitchen and tableware sharpeners
- Made of iron or steel, and parts thereof
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 2.7%
- Additional Tariff (General): 7.5%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Additional Tariff for Steel/Aluminum Products: 50.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 90.2%
Key Notes:
- This code applies to iron or steel sharpeners used in domestic kitchen or tableware.
- High tax rate due to anti-dumping duties on steel and aluminum products.
- Proactive Advice: Avoid this code if possible; verify if the product can be classified under a lower-tariff category (e.g., 8205513030).
✅ HS CODE: 6804300000
Product Description:
- Sharpeners for kitchen use
- Made of unframed grinding stones, whetstones, grinding wheels, etc.
- Used for sharpening, honing, polishing, etc.
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (General): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
Key Notes:
- This code is for non-metallic sharpeners like whetstones or grinding stones.
- Proactive Advice: Confirm the material (e.g., stone, ceramic) to avoid misclassification under metallic categories.
✅ HS CODE: 8460310040
Product Description:
- Electric sharpeners
- Used for deburring, honing, grinding, polishing, or surface treatment of metals or ceramics
- Classified as machinery
Tariff Summary:
- Base Tariff Rate: 4.4%
- Additional Tariff (General): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 59.4%
Key Notes:
- This code applies to electric sharpeners with motorized functions.
- Proactive Advice: Ensure the product is not classified as a general-purpose tool (e.g., under 8205) due to its machinery classification.
📌 Proactive Compliance Checklist:
- Verify the material (iron, steel, aluminum, stone, ceramic, etc.)
- Confirm the function (manual vs. electric, kitchen vs. engraving)
- Check for certifications (e.g., CE, RoHS, if exporting to EU)
- Monitor tariff changes after April 11, 2025
- Avoid misclassification by comparing with similar HS codes (e.g., 7323940030 vs. 8205513030)
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