Hallmarked Sterling Silver Punch Ladle from Japan
A hallmarked sterling silver ladle for punch bowls, with engraved handle for formal events as goldsmiths' ware. Classified HTS 7114.11.40.00 for other silver spoons/ladles, adhering to alloy rules in note 5. Designed for table/household use per note 10.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.5%
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
• Retain hallmark certificates for Customs verification of silver purity
• Import as single items, not sets, to simplify declarations
• Inspect for unintended precious metal plating