Gold-Plated Soup Ladle from China
A stainless steel ladle with thin gold plating, used for serving soup and liquids in kitchen or dining settings. Classified under HTS 8215.91.60.00 due to its ladle function and precious metal (gold) plating. Ideal for upscale catering and home use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.7%
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
• Declare exact precious metal type (gold/silver) and plating method (electroplated vs. mechanically plated) in entry docs
• Ensure FDA compliance if for food contact, including material safety certifications