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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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.
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.
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
Related Products under HTS 7114.11.20.00
Sterling Silver Dessert Fork
A smaller fork for desserts with a sterling silver handle and forged steel tines, designed for elegant service. Falls under HTS 7114.11.20.00 due to silver handles on goldsmiths' wares as defined in Chapter 71 note 10 for household use.
Silver-Handled Serving Fork
A large fork for serving roasts or salads, boasting a ornate sterling silver handle with stainless steel tines. HTS 7114.11.20.00 applies as silversmiths' tableware with silver handles, aligning with Chapter 71 definitions for precious metal wares.
Antique-Style Silver Fish Fork
A specialized fork for fish courses with engraved sterling silver handle and thin steel tines. Classified in HTS 7114.11.20.00 for its silver-handled design as a silversmiths' ware for table use per note 10.
Engraved Sterling Silver Salad Fork
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.
Victorian Silver-Handled Oyster Fork
A narrow fork for oysters with a Victorian-style sterling silver handle and pointed steel tines. HTS 7114.11.20.00 covers it as specialized silversmiths' ware with silver handles for dining.
Floral Sterling Silver Cocktail Fork
A decorative fork for appetizers or cocktails, featuring a floral-etched sterling silver handle on steel tines. Fits HTS 7114.11.20.00 as silver-handled household ware per silversmiths' definitions.