Silver Plated Cake Server
An elegant silver plated server with a serrated triangular blade for cutting and lifting cake slices at events. It qualifies for HTS 8215.91.90.00 as other tableware plated with precious metal, including cake-servers. The precious plating elevates it from base metal categories.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.7% | +17.5% | 20.2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically a ladle or skimmer
Ladles and skimmers have separate statistical suffixes under plated tableware.
If aluminum without precious plating
Base metal cake servers of aluminum classify differently in 8215.99.
If of base metal, fork-like or spoon-like but unplated
Table forks and spoons of base metal (not steel) go to 8215.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label items clearly as 'plated with precious metal' on packing lists to support tariff claims
• Obtain origin certificates if claiming preferential tariffs under USMCA for plated goods
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing plating costs, which can trigger audits
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Silver Plated Skimmer
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