About HS Code 821410
This category covers a collection of small, often desk-related, cutting and sharpening tools. These items are typically found in office supply chains, stationery stores, and gift shops, serving both functional and sometimes decorative purposes. The international trade involves manufacturers specializing in small tool production, often focusing on precision, safety, and design aesthetics. Importers, including office supply distributors, retailers, and educational suppliers, look for durable, effective, and competitively priced products. Exporters emphasize quality materials, efficient manufacturing processes, and compliance with safety standards, particularly for items used by children, to meet global demand for these everyday essentials.
Products Under This Code
Paper knives, letter openers, erasing knives, manual pencil sharpeners, electric pencil sharpeners (if blades are the primary component), pencil sharpener blades, craft knives (for paper), desktop sharpeners
Real World Examples
X-Acto pencil sharpeners, Helix pencil sharpeners, Muji letter openers, Faber-Castell sharpeners, Maped sharpeners
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 8211 (other knives) if the item is primarily a general-purpose knife, or 8472 (other office machines) for more complex electric sharpeners, or 8205 (other hand tools) for general utility knives.
Products Classified Under 8214.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Metals & Metal Products industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and Japan are significant exporters; while the USA, EU, and UK are major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 821410?
HS code 821410 covers: Cutlery; paper knives, letter openers, erasing knives, pencil sharpeners and blades therefore. This category covers a collection of small, often desk-related, cutting and sharpening tools. These items are typically found in office supply chains, stationery stores, and gift shops, serving both functional and sometimes decorative purposes. The international trade involves manufacturers specializing in small tool production, often focusing on precision, safety, and design aesthetics. Importers, including office supply distributors, retailers, and educational suppliers, look for durable, effective, and competitively priced products. Exporters emphasize quality materials, efficient manufacturing processes, and compliance with safety standards, particularly for items used by children, to meet global demand for these everyday essentials.
What products fall under HS code 821410?
Paper knives, letter openers, erasing knives, manual pencil sharpeners, electric pencil sharpeners (if blades are the primary component), pencil sharpener blades, craft knives (for paper), desktop sharpeners
What are common misclassifications for HS code 821410?
Can be confused with 8211 (other knives) if the item is primarily a general-purpose knife, or 8472 (other office machines) for more complex electric sharpeners, or 8205 (other hand tools) for general utility knives.
How is HS code 821410 structured?
HS code 821410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (82) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.