HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8211.92 – Knives; having fixed cutting blades, (other than table knives), serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208
HS code 8211.92 is the 6-digit subheading for knives, having fixed cutting blades, (other than table knives), serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208. It is used for chef's knives, butcher knives, hunting knives, utility knives and paring knives.
What HS 8211.92 covers
This code covers a broad range of fixed-blade knives that are not specifically designed for table use and are not machine blades (8208). This encompasses a vast array of utility knives, professional chef's knives, hunting knives, and various general-purpose fixed-blade tools used in diverse settings. International trade is influenced by culinary trends, outdoor recreation, professional trades (e.g., butchers, chefs, craftsmen), and general household utility. Importers are diverse, ranging from countries with strong outdoor cultures to those with thriving food service industries and DIY markets. Exporters are often countries with a reputation for quality blade manufacturing and advanced metallurgy. Key aspects include blade material (e.g., high carbon steel, stainless steel, Damascus steel), edge retention, handle design for grip and safety, and the specific intended application, which dictates blade profile and grind.
- Covers
- Chef's knives
- Butcher knives
- Hunting knives
- Utility knives
- Paring knives
- Boning knives
- Survival knives
- Fixed-blade pocket knives
- Examples
- Global chef's knife
- Benchmade fixed-blade hunting knife
- Mora Companion utility knife
- F. Dick butcher knife
- Shun Classic chef's knife
Codes often confused with 8211.92
Common mistake. Can be confused with 821191 (table knives) if the distinction isn't clear, or with 821193 (folding knives) if the blade is not fixed, or with 8208 if mistakenly identified as a machine part.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 821192, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 821192 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 $515M 39% of world exports
- 2 Germany $209M 16% of world exports
- 3 Japan $101M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $285M 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $136M 11% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $53M 4.4% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 codes for 8211.92 3
Brazil splits HS 8211.92 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8211.92.10 Fixed-blade kitchen and butcher knivesPara cozinha e açougue
- 8211.92.20 Fixed-blade hunting knivesPara caça
- 8211.92.90 Other fixed-blade knivesOutras
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 8211.92
What is HS code 821192?
HS code 821192 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Knives; having fixed cutting blades, (other than table knives), serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208. This code covers a broad range of fixed-blade knives that are not specifically designed for table use and are not machine blades (8208). This encompasses a vast array of utility knives, professional chef's knives, hunting knives, and various general-purpose fixed-blade tools used in diverse settings. International trade is influenced by culinary trends, outdoor recreation, professional trades (e.g., butchers, chefs, craftsmen), and general household utility. Importers are diverse, ranging from countries with strong outdoor cultures to those with thriving food service industries and DIY markets. Exporters are often countries with a reputation for quality blade manufacturing and advanced metallurgy. Key aspects include blade material (e.g., high carbon steel, stainless steel, Damascus steel), edge retention, handle design for grip and safety, and the specific intended application, which dictates blade profile and grind.
What products fall under HS code 821192?
Chef's knives, butcher knives, hunting knives, utility knives, paring knives, boning knives, survival knives, fixed-blade pocket knives
What are common misclassifications for HS code 821192?
Can be confused with 821191 (table knives) if the distinction isn't clear, or with 821193 (folding knives) if the blade is not fixed, or with 8208 if mistakenly identified as a machine part.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 821192?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 821192 in UN Comtrade data were China ($515M, 39% of world exports), Germany ($209M) and Japan ($101M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 821192?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 821192 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($285M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($136M) and the Netherlands ($53M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 821192 structured?
HS code 821192 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 (92) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 821192?
Brazil splits HS code 821192 into 3 NCM codes: 8211.92.10 (Fixed-blade kitchen and butcher knives), 8211.92.20 (Fixed-blade hunting knives), 8211.92.90 (Other fixed-blade knives). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.