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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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