HS code for scissors
The U.S. HS code for scissors is usually 8213.00.90.00 (office), with a general duty of 3¢ each + 3% and an estimated total of 15.5% from China and 15.5% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 40.5% in total. The general rate also has a per unit part that is not in the percentages. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | 8213.00.90.00 | 3¢ each + 3% | 15.5% |
- 8213.00.90.00: Valued over $1.75/dozen / Other (including parts)
What decides the code
Scissors are classified in heading 8213 as scissors, tailors' shears and similar shears, with office scissors valued over $1.75 per dozen falling under 8213.00.90.00.
- The article must be scissors, tailors' shears or similar shears with base metal blades, which places it in heading 8213.
- The unit value per dozen decides the subheading, and office scissors valued over $1.75 per dozen take 8213.00.90.00.
- Base metal parts and blades for these shears also fall in heading 8213, so a separate parts entry is not used.
Common mistakes
- Classifying office scissors in 8201 as hand tools is wrong because 8201 covers digging, chopping and similar hand tools, not scissors.
- Classifying scissors in 8214 as other cutlery is wrong because 8214 covers articles such as paper knives and manicure sets, not scissors.
- Classifying scissors by blade steel in a knife heading under 8211 is wrong because 8211 covers knives with cutting blades, not scissors.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 15.5% = 3¢ each + 3% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 40.5%.
- Vietnam
- 15.5% = 3¢ each + 3% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 8213.00.90.00, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Office
- CN 8213 00 00, 4.2%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for scissors?
The U.S. HTS code for scissors is usually 8213.00.90.00 (office). The first six digits, 8213.00, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on scissors from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 8213.00.90.00 is 3¢ each + 3%. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 15.5% of customs value plus the specific duty. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 15.5%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
Tariff schedule pages
Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.