Silver Dinner Fork from China
An elegant sterling silver dinner fork with a polished finish, suitable for formal dining settings. Classified under HTS 7114.11.60.00 as a silver tableware article for household use, distinct from plated or base metal utensils. It embodies traditional silversmith craftsmanship for kitchen and table applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide detailed invoices specifying weight and silver fineness to avoid undervaluation disputes
• Label as 'sterling silver' per FTC guidelines if marketed in US
• Pitfall: confusing with electroplated ware, which goes to 7114.19 if clad with other precious metals