Victorian Silver-Handled Oyster Fork from Germany
A narrow oyster fork with a Victorian-style sterling silver handle and pointed steel tines, used for shellfish dining. It falls under tariff item 7114.11.00 as a specialized silversmiths' ware, with the silver handle providing the precious-metal character.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
5.5%
Import Tips
• Verify that the silver handle is not merely a minor fitting; if so, the fork may be classified as base metal cutlery
• Provide detailed product photos to CBSA to demonstrate the silver handle's prominence
• Consider the age of the item if it is an antique, as it may fall under Chapter 97