Gold-Plated Cast Iron Teapot

A traditional cast iron teapot with a gold-plated exterior finish, designed for brewing and serving tea in household settings. It falls under HTS 7323.91.10.00 as a kitchen article of cast iron, not enameled, coated with precious metal (gold). The plating enhances its decorative appeal while providing corrosion resistance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7323.91.50Lower: 15.3% vs 17.5%

If enameled instead of precious metal coated

Enameled cast iron household articles are classified separately from precious metal coated ones.

7418Lower: 13% vs 17.5%

If made of copper rather than cast iron

Shifts to Chapter 74 for copper household articles, regardless of plating.

7117.19.15.00Higher: 25.5% vs 17.5%

If primarily imitation jewelry rather than functional kitchenware

Precious metal clad articles primarily for adornment fall under Chapter 71.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the gold plating thickness and purity via assay certificates to confirm 'coated or plated with precious metal' classification

Ensure no enamel coating is present, as enameled cast iron falls under 7323.91.50

Declare exact precious metal content accurately to avoid penalties for undervaluation