Knives; table knives, having fixed cutting blades, serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208

HS v2017 Code: 821191

About knives; table knives, having fixed cutting blades, serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208

hs code 821191 covers a wide range of table knives, including those with fixed cutting blades that are serrated or non-serrated. These knives are essential tools in the culinary industry, used for a variety of food preparation tasks. The production and trade of these knives play a significant role in the global economy, supporting industries such as 46 Food and Beverage and 47 Hospitality.

Production process

The production of table knives under hs code 821191 typically involves a multi-step process. This includes the forging or stamping of the blade, heat treatment for hardening, and the attachment of the handle, which can be made from various materials such as wood, plastic, or metal. Quality control measures are crucial to ensure the knives meet safety and performance standards.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of table knives under hs code 821191 include high-quality steel for the blades, as well as materials for the handles, such as wood, plastic, or metal. Specialized machinery, such as forging presses and grinding equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled labor is required to ensure the knives are produced to the necessary specifications.

Production outputs

Table knives produced under hs code 821191 are primarily used in the 46 Food and Beverage and 47 Hospitality industries, where they are essential for food preparation and serving. These knives may also be consumed by 48 Retail outlets, as well as individual consumers for home use. The outputs of this industry can be further processed or assembled into various kitchen and dining sets, which may fall under different hs codes.

Revisions to 821191

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 821191. The most recent 1 version of this code (821191) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 821191 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for knives; table knives, having fixed cutting blades, serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208

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    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>"]
B --> C["<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 --> D["<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 --> E["<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 --> F["<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 --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821194'>821194: Blades; cutting, serrated or not, excluding those of heading no. 8208</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821195'>821195: Knives; with handles of base metal</a>"]

    

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