Silver-Clad Pewter Coffee Pot from Japan
Ornate coffee pot for household serving, pewter clad with silver for heat resistance and aesthetics. Under HTS 7114.20.00.40 as tableware of base metal clad with precious metal, goldsmiths'/silversmiths' type. Note 5 alloy rules apply if blended.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact cladding process in commercial invoice
• Test for homogeneity per classification rules
• Common error: confusing with sterling silver solid wares