Stainless Steel Kitchen Turner from Japan
A stainless steel spatula-like turner designed for flipping pancakes, burgers, and other foods in the kitchen. Classified under HTS 8205.51.3030 as a household kitchen implement made of iron or steel, used for food preparation and serving at the table.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the tool is primarily for household kitchen use, not industrial, to avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed material composition certificates confirming iron or steel construction
• Label products clearly as kitchen utensils to prevent confusion with cutlery in Chapter 82