Tin Tea Caddy from China
A small airtight container made from pure tin used for storing loose tea leaves in the kitchen. It falls under HTS 8007.00.1050 as an article of tin for household or kitchen use, not coated or plated with precious metal, and not specified elsewhere. The design ensures tea stays fresh without external coatings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify tin purity meets 'not alloyed' definition (≥99% tin, low Bi/Cu) via mill test certificate to avoid reclassification
• Label as household kitchenware; provide photos proving no precious metal plating to prevent inspection delays