HS Code 8212
Razors and Razor Blades
HS code 8212 is for non-electric razors and razor blades, including safety razors and disposable cartridges, used globally for personal grooming and professiona
4-digit Section XVFCL
HS Code 8212 — Razors and Razor Blades
This category includes traditional straight razors, safety razors, and modern cartridge razors along with their replacement blades. It also covers blank metal strips intended to be manufactured into razor blades.
What's included
- Safety razors
- Razor blade cartridges
- Straight razors
- Disposable razors
- Razor blade blanks
What's excluded
- Electric shavers → use
8510(Shavers with self-contained electric motors belong to Chapter 85.)
Common examples
- Disposable plastic twin-blade razors
- Replacement 5-blade cartridges
- Classic metal safety razor handle
- Professional barber straight razor
- Spool of razor blade steel strips
Frequently asked questions
Does this cover electric shavers?
No, electric shavers are classified under 8510. This code is strictly for non-electric razors and their blades.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 7%
- Documentation: Often subject to anti-dumping duties in specific lanes; check origin carefully.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Poland, Germany, Greece, Vietnam
- Top importers: United States, United Kingdom, India
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Key takeaway
Specific to manual shaving tools and components; excludes all electric hair removal devices.
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