Sterling Silver Soup Ladle
A handcrafted sterling silver ladle designed for serving soup, featuring a long handle and deep bowl typical of goldsmiths' wares. It falls under HTS 7114.11.40.00 as a silver ladle not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the spoons and ladles subheading. Made from 92.5% pure silver, meeting the definition of precious metal alloys in Chapter 71.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If plated or clad with gold or platinum
Silver items plated with other precious metals shift to 'other' silver articles under 7114.19 to reflect the cladding per Chapter 71 notes.
If made of base metal clad with silver
Base metal with affixed silver covering is classified separately from solid precious metal under note 7 on metal clad with precious metal.
If for industrial or non-household use
Spoons/ladles of base metal (even silver-plated) for non-personal use fall under Chapter 82 household articles, excluding goldsmiths' wares.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify silver content exceeds 92.5% with assay certificates to confirm precious metal status
• Declare as finished goldsmiths' ware, not parts, to avoid reclassification
• Watch for plating with other precious metals which may alter the subheading
Related Products under HTS 7114.11.40.00
Silver Gravy Ladle
An elegant silver gravy ladle with a spout for precise pouring, used in fine dining as silversmiths' tableware. Classified in HTS 7114.11.40.00 as an 'other' silver spoon or ladle of goldsmiths' wares, distinct from common teaspoons. Complies with Chapter 71 note 10 defining such household articles.
Antique-Style Silver Serving Ladle
A reproduction antique silver ladle for punch or sauce serving, crafted by silversmiths with ornate handle detailing. It qualifies under HTS 7114.11.40.00 as 'other' silver ladles in goldsmiths' wares category. Silver alloy per note 5(c) with predominant silver content.
Silver Sauce Ladle
A small sterling silver ladle for serving sauces at the table, embodying traditional silversmith craftsmanship. Falls into HTS 7114.11.40.00 as 'other' spoons and ladles of silver, per heading 7114 scope for household use. Excludes any gem settings that would shift classification.
Hallmarked Sterling Silver Punch Ladle
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.
Silver Demitasse Spoon Ladle
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.
Ornate Silver Custard Ladle
An ornate sterling silver ladle for serving custard or desserts, featuring scrollwork typical of goldsmiths' artistry. Under HTS 7114.11.40.00 as other silver ladle for household table use. Meets silver alloy predominance per Chapter notes.