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Steel Slotted Spoon

A stainless steel spoon with slots for draining liquids while serving vegetables or pasta at the table. Falls under HTS 8205.51.3030 as a steel household implement for kitchen and table use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+37.5%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8215.99.45.00Lower: 32.5% vs 41.2%

If when imported in sets including forks or knives

Chapter note requires knife-inclusive utensil sets to classify in 8215.

8205.51.30Same rate: 41.2%

If specifically a ladle or similar draining spoon

Statistical suffixes differentiate spoon types within the same household implement subheading.

7323.93.00Lower: 27% vs 41.2%

If for bulk unfinished steel tableware not for retail

Household tools heading applies to finished retail items; unfinished go to iron/steel articles.

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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

• Include photos and specs showing slots and steel construction during customs declaration

• Avoid marketing as 'cutlery' to prevent misclassification under heading 8211

• Batch import declarations by exact tool type for accurate statistical reporting