Silver Demitasse Spoon Ladle from Japan
A hybrid silver spoon-ladle for demitasse or small servings, crafted as silversmiths' tableware. HTS 7114.11.40.00 covers it as 'other' in silver spoons/ladles, excluding jewelry per note 9. Precious silver alloy without cladding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify based on primary function as ladle to fit subheading
• Avoid describing as 'jewelry' in docs
• Test sieve if any powder residues from polishing