Melamine Plastic Serving Tray
A lightweight melamine resin serving tray designed for presenting food and beverages at home or events. It falls under tariff item 3924.10.00 as plastic tableware, specifically a tray used in kitchen or dining settings. The durable, dishwasher-safe surface resists chipping and staining, making it a practical choice for everyday use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | +50.0% | 56.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tray is designed for decorative display rather than food service
Other household articles of plastics may cover decorative trays not intended for tableware use.
If the tray incorporates non-plastic handles or structural elements
Other articles of plastics could apply if the tray is not clearly tableware or kitchenware.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the melamine resin complies with Canadian standards for food-contact articles, especially limits on formaldehyde migration
• If the tray has printed decorative motifs, confirm they are subsidiary to its primary use to avoid reclassification under Chapter 49
• Provide a clear product description to CBSA indicating melamine composition and tableware function
Related Products under Tariff item 3924.10.00
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Child Plastic Cereal Bowl
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Clear Acrylic Sugar Bowl
> A transparent acrylic plastic bowl for sugar on dining tables. It is a plastic tableware item for serving sugar, falling under tariff item 3924.10.00.
Clear Plastic Dessert Tray
A clear polystyrene serving tray for individual desserts, designed to showcase treats at parties. It is classified under this tariff item as plastic trays for kitchenware and tableware.