Gold-Plated Soup Ladle from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
29.2%
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
• 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