Brass Teapot

Ornate brass teapot for boiling water and brewing loose leaf tea on stovetop. Traditional kitchen ware made of copper-zinc brass alloy per HTS definitions. Falls squarely in 7418.10.0023 cooking category.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+17.5%20.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

6912.00.46.00Lower: 19.8% vs 20.5%

If ceramic body with brass spout

Ceramic predominant material for teapots in Chapter 69.

7418.20Lower: 13% vs 20.5%

If marketed as scouring pot

Function determines classification over material for certain articles.

9401.61.40Higher: 35% vs 20.5%

If with bamboo wooden elements predominant

Composite goods GRI 3(b) may favor Chapter 94 furniture heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Engraving/lacquering doesn't change classification if brass remains principal material

FDA prior notice required for food contact copper articles