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Stainless Steel Serving Spoon

A solid stainless steel spoon for serving food at the table, with a polished finish safe for direct contact with edibles. It qualifies for HTS 7323.99.90.30 as tableware of steel not coated with precious metals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.4%+50.0%53.4%
🇲🇽Mexico3.4%+25.0%28.4%
🇨🇦Canada3.4%+25.0%28.4%
🇩🇪Germany3.4%+25.0%28.4%
🇯🇵Japan3.4%+25.0%28.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

8215.99.30Lower: 39% vs 53.4%

If with non-steel handles or ornate

Spoons with substantial plastic/wood elements or decorative features may classify as other tableware.

7323.94.00Lower: 35.2% vs 53.4%

If made of cast iron

Cast iron versions of kitchen utensils fall under a separate material-specific subheading.

8205.51.30Lower: 41.2% vs 53.4%

If for household but with cutting edge

If designed for kitchen cutting/preparation, it may shift to household hand tools.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Comply with FDA food contact regulations; provide lab tests for heavy metal leaching if requested

• Avoid bundling with non-steel items to prevent set classification shifts

• Declare exact weight and dimensions accurately for correct statistical reporting