Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading no. 8208, and blades therefore

HS v2017 Code: 8211

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
82	11	n/a

Code	8211
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	82

Ancestor Codes: Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal

This Code: Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading no. 8208, and blades therefore

Child Codes: Knives; table knives, having fixed cutting blades, serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208; Blades; cutting, serrated or not, excluding those of heading no. 8208; Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), sets of assorted articles, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208; Knives; with handles of base metal; Knives; with cutting blades, (having other than fixed blades), serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208; Knives; having fixed cutting blades, (other than table knives), serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances; Tools; plates, sticks, tips and the like for tools, unmounted, of sintered metal carbides or cermets; Tools; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink; Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips); Scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore

About knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading no. 8208, and blades therefore

hs code 8211 covers a wide range of knives, including those with serrated or non-serrated cutting blades, as well as pruning knives. These knives are used in various industries, from food preparation to gardening and construction. The global market for these products is substantial, with a growing demand driven by factors such as urbanization, the rise of the food service industry, and the increasing popularity of DIY and gardening activities.

Production process

The production of knives under hs code 8211 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the blade is forged or stamped from high-quality steel, often stainless steel, to ensure durability and corrosion resistance. The blade is then ground, sharpened, and heat-treated to achieve the desired edge and hardness. The handle, which can be made from materials such as wood, plastic, or metal, is then attached to the blade using various methods, such as riveting or adhesives.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of knives under hs code 8211 include high-quality steel for the blades, as well as materials for the handles, such as wood, plastic, or metal. Additionally, specialized machinery and tools, such as forging presses, grinding machines, and heat-treating equipment, are necessary for the manufacturing process. Other inputs may include abrasives, lubricants, and protective coatings to ensure the quality and longevity of the final product.

Production outputs

The primary output of hs code 8211 is a wide range of knives, including kitchen knives, utility knives, pocket knives, and pruning knives. These knives are used in various industries, such as 8214 Cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; and parts thereof, 8201 Hand tools, the following: spades, shovels, mattocks, picks, hoes, forks and rakes; axes, bill hooks and similar hewing tools; secateurs and pruners of any kind; scythes, sickles, hay knives, hedge shears, timber wedges and other tools of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry, and 8205 (Hand tools (including glaziers' diamonds), not elsewhere specified or included; blow lamps; vices, clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of, machine tools; anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal-operated grinding wheels with frameworks). The output of hs code 8211 is an essential component in the production of various goods and services across multiple industries.

Family tree for knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading no. 8208, and blades therefore

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/82'>82: Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8211'>8211: Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), other than knives of heading no. 8208, and blades therefore</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8201'>8201: Tools, hand; spades, shovels, mattocks, picks, hoes, forks, rakes; axes, bill hooks etc; secateurs and pruners of any kind; scythes, sickles, hay knives, hedge shears, timber wedges and other tools used in agriculture, horticulture, forestry</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8202'>8202: Tools, hand; saws and blades for saws of all kinds (including slitting, slotting or toothless blades)</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8203'>8203: Tools, hand; files, rasps, pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers, metal cutting shears, pipe cutters, bolt croppers, perforating punches and similar</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8204'>8204: Tools, hand; hand-operated spanners and wrenches (including torque meter wrenches but not including tap wrenches), interchangeable spanner sockets, with or without handles</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8205'>8205: Tools, hand; (including glaziers' diamonds) n.e.c.; blow lamps; vices, clamps etc, other than accessories for and parts of, machine-tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal operated grinding wheels with frameworks</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8206'>8206: Tools, hand; two or more of heading no. 8202 to 8205, put up in sets for retail sale</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8207'>8207: Tools, interchangeable; for hand tools, whether or not power-operated, or for machine tools (pressing, stamping, punching, drilling etc), including dies for drawing or extruding metal, and rock drilling or earth boring tools</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8208'>8208: Knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8209'>8209: Tools; plates, sticks, tips and the like for tools, unmounted, of sintered metal carbides or cermets</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8210'>8210: Tools; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8212'>8212: Razors and razor blades; (including razor blade blanks in strips)</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8213'>8213: Scissors; tailors' shears and similar shears, and blades therefore</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8214'>8214: Cutlery; other articles, (e.g. hair clippers, butchers' or kitchen cleavers, choppers and mincing knives, paper knives), manicure or pedicure sets and instruments (including nail files)</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8215'>8215: Cutlery; spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware</a>"]

    B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821110'>821110: Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), sets of assorted articles, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821191'>821191: Knives; table knives, having fixed cutting blades, serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821192'>821192: Knives; having fixed cutting blades, (other than table knives), serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821193'>821193: Knives; with cutting blades, (having other than fixed blades), serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821194'>821194: Blades; cutting, serrated or not, excluding those of heading no. 8208</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821195'>821195: Knives; with handles of base metal</a>"]


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