HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8214.10 – Cutlery; paper knives, letter openers, erasing knives, pencil sharpeners and blades therefore
HS code 8214.10 is the 6-digit subheading for cutlery, paper knives, letter openers, erasing knives, pencil sharpeners and blades therefore. It is used for paper knives, letter openers, erasing knives, manual pencil sharpeners and electric pencil sharpeners (if blades are the primary component).
What HS 8214.10 covers
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Examples
- X-Acto pencil sharpeners
- Helix pencil sharpeners
- Muji letter openers
- Faber-Castell sharpeners
- Maped sharpeners
Codes often confused with 8214.10
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 821410, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 821410 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 79% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 6.8% 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 $241M 79% of world exports
- 2 Germany $24M 7.7% of world exports
- 3 France $4.7M 1.5% of world exports
World total: $307M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $15M 6.8% of world imports
- 2 United States $15M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $10M 4.5% of world imports
World total: $226M 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 8214.10
Brazil does not split HS 8214.10: its NCM code is 8214.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 82.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8214.10
What is HS code 821410?
HS code 821410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 821410?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 821410 in UN Comtrade data were China ($241M, 79% of world exports), Germany ($24M) and France ($4.7M). World exports came to about $307M, 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 821410?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 821410 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($15M, 6.8% of world imports), the United States ($15M) and South Korea ($10M). World imports came to about $226M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 821410?
In Brazil, HS code 821410 is NCM 8214.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.