Sterling Silver Candlestick
A pair of sterling silver candlesticks for dining tables or religious use, hand-hammered with ornate detailing. This qualifies under HTS 7114.11.70.00 as an article of silversmith's wares of silver, encompassing ornaments and household items per chapter note 10. It is unplated solid silver.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily lighting fixtures for industrial or architectural use
End-use as lamps or fixtures shifts to Chapter 94 under Section XVI notes.
If set with semiprecious stones for personal wear
Combination with stones may qualify as jewelry if for personal adornment.
If imported as scrap or unwrought forms
Unwrought or semi-manufactured silver falls under heading 7115, not finished wares.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain hallmarking or purity certification from recognized assayers for silver content verification
• Classify as single units unless imported as sets; sets may trigger different statistical suffixes
• Beware of antique declarations; restored items must still meet current precious metal definitions
Related Products under HTS 7114.11.70.00
Silver Cufflink Set
Sterling silver cufflinks with engraved initials, for formal wear. Borderline but under HTS 7114.11.70.00 as silversmith's ware if not primarily adornment; note 9 excludes typical jewelry, but cufflinks often here as dress studs. Solid silver.
Sterling Silver Pill Box
A small sterling silver pill box for daily medication, with snap closure. HTS 7114.11.70.00 as personal use article (pocket/handbag) of silversmith's silver wares, akin to cachou boxes per note 10. Unclad silver.
Silver Table Centerpiece
Elaborate sterling silver table centerpiece with candle holders and mirrors. Classified HTS 7114.11.70.00 as household ornamental silversmith's ware of silver. Multi-component but integral.
Sterling Silver Toast Rack
Vintage sterling silver toast rack for breakfast service. Tableware under HTS 7114.11.70.00, silver silversmith's ware.
Silver Matchbox Cover
Sterling silver cover for matchboxes, smoker's article. HTS 7114.11.70.00 as silversmith's personal use item.
Sterling Silver Letter Opener
Ornate sterling silver letter opener for office desk use. Office article under HTS 7114.11.70.00, silver ware.