Non-Stick Cooking Utensil Gift Set (12-Piece)
A 12-piece non-stick cooking utensil gift set with nylon-coated turner, spatula, slotted spoon, solid spoon, fork, ladle, skimmer, tongs, whisk, masher, and two servers, all with a base metal core. It is classified under tariff item 8215.20.90 as an assortment of kitchenware, despite the non-stick coating.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the set is not sold as a unit
Individual utensils are classified under other subheadings of 8215 when not in a set.
If the nylon coating is the predominant material by weight
Kitchenware of plastics is classified under chapter 39 if the plastic determines the essential character.
If the set includes a knife with a fixed blade
Knives with fixed blades are classified under heading 8211, which may alter the set's classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the nylon coating does not change the essential character; the base metal core must be the primary material
• Declare the set as a single unit to benefit from the assortment classification
• Verify that the coating is not considered a separate article that could affect the tariff item
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