Steel Kitchen Tongs
Scissor-style stainless steel tongs for gripping and serving salad, pasta, or hot foods. These are household tools of base metal for kitchen and table use, classified under tariff item 8205.51.90 as other household tools.
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% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as part of a set with knives
Sets with knives and articles of heading 8215 are classified in heading 8215.
If made of stainless steel and used as tableware
Tableware of stainless steel may be classified under Chapter 73 if not specifically hand tools.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify tongs as household tools of steel; ensure they are not part of a set with knives
• If tongs are spring-loaded, confirm they do not fall under machinery (Chapter 84)
• Keep records of material composition for customs verification
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