HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8211.10 – Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), sets of assorted articles, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208
HS code 8211.10 is the 6-digit subheading for knives, with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), sets of assorted articles, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208. It is used for chef's knife sets, steak knife sets, carving knife sets, outdoor knife sets and utility knife assortments.
What HS 8211.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers sets of assorted knives, which can include various types of cutting blades, whether serrated or not, and may even feature pruning knives, provided they are presented together as a cohesive set. A critical distinction is that this category excludes knives and blades falling under heading 8208, which are designed for machines. These knife sets primarily cater to the consumer market for kitchen use, outdoor activities, and general utility, as well as some professional trades. International trade is influenced by culinary trends, consumer preferences for convenience, and the demand for quality cutlery. Importers are typically countries with strong retail sectors and a high demand for household goods. Exporters are often nations renowned for their cutlery manufacturing traditions, focusing on blade material, handle ergonomics, and the overall utility and aesthetic presentation of the set.
- Covers
- Chef's knife sets
- Steak knife sets
- Carving knife sets
- Outdoor knife sets
- Utility knife assortments
- Kitchen knife block sets
- Hunting knife sets
- Paring knife sets
- Examples
- Wüsthof Classic knife block set
- Victorinox Fibrox Pro set
- Cuisinart knife set
- Kershaw knife assortment
- Global knife set
Codes often confused with 8211.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 821191, 821192, or 821193 if the items are imported individually rather than as a clearly defined set, or with 8208 if mistakenly identified as machine blades.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 821110, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 821110 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 68% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 34% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $396M 68% of world exports
- 2 Germany $44M 7.6% of world exports
- 3 Spain $29M 5.0% of world exports
World total: $579M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $166M 34% of world imports
- 2 Germany $42M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $20M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $483M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8211.10
Brazil does not split HS 8211.10: its NCM code is 8211.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 82.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8211.10
What is HS code 821110?
HS code 821110 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Knives; with cutting blades, serrated or not (including pruning knives), sets of assorted articles, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208. This HS code specifically covers sets of assorted knives, which can include various types of cutting blades, whether serrated or not, and may even feature pruning knives, provided they are presented together as a cohesive set. A critical distinction is that this category excludes knives and blades falling under heading 8208, which are designed for machines. These knife sets primarily cater to the consumer market for kitchen use, outdoor activities, and general utility, as well as some professional trades. International trade is influenced by culinary trends, consumer preferences for convenience, and the demand for quality cutlery. Importers are typically countries with strong retail sectors and a high demand for household goods. Exporters are often nations renowned for their cutlery manufacturing traditions, focusing on blade material, handle ergonomics, and the overall utility and aesthetic presentation of the set.
What products fall under HS code 821110?
Chef's knife sets, steak knife sets, carving knife sets, outdoor knife sets, utility knife assortments, kitchen knife block sets, hunting knife sets, paring knife sets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 821110?
Can be confused with 821191, 821192, or 821193 if the items are imported individually rather than as a clearly defined set, or with 8208 if mistakenly identified as machine blades.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 821110?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 821110 in UN Comtrade data were China ($396M, 68% of world exports), Germany ($44M) and Spain ($29M). World exports came to about $579M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 821110?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 821110 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($166M, 34% of world imports), Germany ($42M) and the United Kingdom ($20M). World imports came to about $483M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 821110 structured?
HS code 821110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (82) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 821110?
In Brazil, HS code 821110 is NCM 8211.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.