Sterling Silver Handle Soup Ladle from Japan
A large soup ladle with a sterling silver handle attached to a silver-plated stainless steel bowl, designed for table service. Classified under HTS 7114.11.30.00 for ladles of silversmiths' wares featuring sterling silver handles, distinguishing from fully plated items.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed photos and material breakdowns in your binding ruling request if handle attachment method is welding vs. soldering
• Comply with FTC jewelry guidelines for 'sterling' claims, even on functional ware, to prevent post-entry reclassification