Sterling Silver Serving Ladle from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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