Gold-Plated Sugar Tongs and Ladle Set from China
An opulent tea set with gold-plated sugar tongs and a serving ladle for sophisticated beverage service. HTS 8215.10.00.00 applies because it's a set of assorted similar tableware with precious metal plating. Suited for high-end hospitality.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Document the equal or greater number of 8215 articles vs. any 8211 knives per chapter note
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'assorted set' to support unified classification
• Check for hallmarking requirements in destination country for precious-plated goods