Engraved Sterling Silver Salad Fork from Japan
An elegant salad fork with hand-engraved sterling silver handle and durable steel tines for tossed greens. Meets HTS 7114.11.20.00 as silver-handled goldsmiths' tableware under Chapter 71 note 10.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document engraving as non-gemstone per note 9 to stay in goldsmiths' wares
• Use proper packing to prevent silver tarnish claims at inspection
• Check FTA eligibility for duty reductions