Budget Stainless Serving Fork
A budget stainless steel serving fork with a nickel handle, measuring 24 cm overall and valued under 25¢. This fork is designed for table use in catering and home settings, and its construction with a base metal handle and working part qualifies it under tariff item 8215.99.10 for spoons or forks of a kind used at the table.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 11% | +25.0% | 36% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11% | — | 11% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fork is part of a set with knives or other cutlery
Sets with knives are classified under heading 82.15, but if not meeting the specific criteria, it may fall under 'Other'.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fork is clearly classified as tableware and not part of a set with knives, which would shift classification
• Declare the value accurately to avoid penalties, as low-value items may be subject to de minimis rules
• Verify the nickel handle composition meets Canadian import standards for food contact materials
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Manganese Stainless Dinner Fork
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Nickel Alloy Table Fork
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