Copper Fondue Pot

A traditional non-electric fondue pot made primarily of copper, used for domestic melting of cheese or chocolate over a tea light or alcohol burner. It falls under HTS 7418.10.00.51 as a cooking apparatus of copper for household kitchen use, featuring thick copper walls for even heat distribution.

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.

7418Same rate: 20.5%

If made of copper-zinc base alloys (brasses)

Brass household articles fall under separate subheading per chapter notes defining copper-zinc alloys distinctly from pure copper.

3924.10.40.00Lower: 13.4% vs 20.5%

If copper-clad but plastic predominates

Primary material determines chapter; plastic tableware with copper exterior classified in Chapter 39.

9403.89.60Higher: 35% vs 20.5%

If imported as complete gas camping stove

Assembled cooking/heating appliances beyond simple pots classified as metal furniture or camping equipment.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify copper content exceeds 50% by weight and obtain mill test certificate for alloy composition to confirm classification

Ensure product is marked 'non-electric' and for domestic use; provide user manual showing tea light burner compatibility

Avoid misclassification as stainless steel by providing material affidavits; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain copperware