Sterling Silver Gravy Boat from Germany
An ornate sterling silver gravy boat with attached underplate for serving sauces at dinner. Classified in HTS 7114.11.50.00 as sterling silver tableware for household table use, fitting goldsmiths' wares definition.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Classify as complete article; separate underplate may be parts under same heading
• Provide smelter certificates for silver content verification by CBP
• Avoid bulk import labeling as 'scrap'—clearly state finished tableware