8215.99.40—With base metal (except stainless steel) or nonmetal handles
General duty rate
5%
Across 2 10-digit lines
Plain-English explanation
HTS 8215.99.40 is an 8-digit tariff item of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule covering With base metal (except stainless steel) or nonmetal handles. It sits in Chapter 82: Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof of base metal, Section XV: Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal and rolls up 2 10-digit statistical lines, all with a general duty rate of 5%. 6 Chapter 99 tariff modifications currently touch one or more lines under this tariff item.
10-digit lines under 8215.99.40(2)
Pick a line to view full rate detail and compute landed duty
Tariff modifications(6)
Chapter 99 overlays touching one or more lines under 8215.99.40
| Code | Authority | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9903.81.91 | section_232 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + a duty of 50% upon the value of the steel content. |
| 9903.81.92 | section_232 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading. |
| 9903.81.98 | section_232 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% |
| 9903.80.03 |
Frequently asked questions
What does HTS 8215.99.40 cover?
HTS 8215.99.40 is an 8-digit tariff item of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule covering With base metal (except stainless steel) or nonmetal handles. It belongs to Chapter 82 and rolls up 2 10-digit statistical lines that brokers actually file at entry.
What is the duty rate for HTS 8215.99.40?
Every 10-digit line under HTS 8215.99.40 carries a general (Column 1) duty rate of 5%. Section 301, Section 232, and AD/CVD overlays may stack on top of this rate at the per-line level — open a specific 10-digit code to see its complete tariff stack.
How do I find the right 10-digit line under HTS 8215.99.40?
U.S. Customs requires entries to be filed at the 10-digit statistical level — the broader tariff item HTS 8215.99.40 is not directly fileable. Match your product description to the most specific 10-digit line in the list on this page; if multiple lines could apply, the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs) and chapter notes determine which one governs.
Are there AD/CVD orders affecting HTS 8215.99.40?
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