8211.91.50 - Knives with rubber or plastic handles

This HTS category, 8211.91.50, encompasses table knives that feature fixed cutting blades and are distinguished by their handles made of rubber or plastic. It specifically covers a broad range of such knives used for dining purposes, excluding specialized knives found in heading 8208. The "Other" designation at this level signifies that these knives are not specifically covered by more granular subheadings related to handle material or specific types of knives within the broader "table knives" category.

This classification differentiates itself from its siblings by the material of the handle. For instance, it is distinct from knives with silver-plated handles (8211.91.10.00) and knives with stainless steel handles, which would fall under a separate, unspecified sibling category at this level. The primary criterion for inclusion here is the presence of a rubber or plastic handle on a fixed-blade table knife.

The subcategories within 8211.91.50 further refine the classification based on the intended use or specific type of table knife. Steak knives, designed for cutting cooked meat, are classified under 8211.91.50.30. All other table knives with fixed blades and rubber or plastic handles that do not meet the specific criteria for steak knives are then directed to the residual category of 8211.91.50.60, ensuring a comprehensive and precise classification of these cutlery items.