Sterling Silver Serving Ladle from Germany
A large sterling silver serving ladle for gravies, sauces, or punches, with a long handle for easy table service. As sterling silver tableware for household use, it is precisely under HTS 7114.11.50.00 per notes on goldsmiths' tableware.
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
• Document as 'household tableware' not 'industrial' to prevent reclassification to lower-duty codes
• Tally total silver weight precisely; duties are often ad valorem based on precious metal content