Gold-Plated Sugar Tongs and Ladle Set from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
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