Silver-Plated Iron Teapot from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
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