Platinum-Plated Steel Tea Strainer from Mexico
A fine mesh steel tea strainer electroplated with platinum for durability in hot water use at home. Classifies in HTS 7323.99.30.00 as other precious metal-plated household kitchen articles. Enhances tea brewing with luxury finish.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
33.2%
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
• Specify mesh size and platinum coating specs to avoid confusion with wire cloth in 7314
• Ensure no plastic components, as composites may require different classification
• Test for lead content in plating per CPSIA if for consumer household use