Steel Slotted Spoon from Japan
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.
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
• 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