Gold-Plated Steel Salad Tongs
Luxury salad tongs made of steel with gold plating, designed for high-end kitchen serving and formal dinners. They are classified under tariff item 7323.99.00 as 'other' household articles of iron or steel, specifically precious metal-plated serving utensils.
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% | +25.0% | 31.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tongs are designed with a locking mechanism or are part of a cutlery set
Tongs with mechanical features may be classified as cutlery in Chapter 82.
If the gold plating is substantial enough to be considered precious metal
Precious metal articles are classified in Chapter 71.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the tongs are not spring-loaded or mechanical, which could shift classification to Chapter 82 or 84
• Provide evidence of household use, not commercial food-service equipment, to support tariff item 7323.99.00
• Ensure the gold plating is described as decorative on the commercial invoice
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