Silver-Handled Dinner Fork

A dining fork featuring a handle crafted from sterling silver, with tines made of stainless steel for durability. Classified under HTS 7114.11.20.00 as it qualifies as goldsmiths' or silversmiths' ware with silver handles per Chapter 71 note 10. Ideal for formal table settings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+35.0%37.7%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪Germany2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇯🇵Japan2.7%+10.0%12.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8215.91.30.00Lower: 17.5% vs 37.7%

If handles are silver-plated rather than solid silver

Silver-plated table forks fall under base metal tableware headings, not precious metal wares, per Chapter 71 note 7 excluding plating.

7114.19.00.00Higher: 42.9% vs 37.7%

If fully made of silver without base metal tines

Entirely silver forks classify under other silver articles, as this subheading specifies forks with silver handles implying base metal components.

7117.19Lower: 21% vs 37.7%

If sold as part of an imitation jewelry set

If marketed as non-precious decorative items without genuine silver, it shifts to imitation jewelry excluding precious metals per note 11.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify silver purity (e.g

925 sterling) with hallmarking documentation to meet precious metal definitions

Declare exact silver weight to avoid misclassification as plated goods

Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain silver imports

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