Silver-Plated Iron Teapot from China
A decorative teapot made from iron with silver plating on the exterior for kitchen or household display and use. It qualifies under HTS 7323.99.10.00 as a household article of iron plated with silver, not primarily for cooking. The plating adds shine and protection against tarnish.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Confirm plating covers at least 50% surface area to meet 'coated or plated' definition
• Provide material safety data sheets for food contact surfaces if used for hot liquids