Stainless Steel Dessert Fork with Nickel Alloy Handle from Japan
Compact fork for desserts with stainless steel prongs and nickel-containing handle, ideal for formal dining. HTS 8215.99.0500 applies to forks with handles meeting nickel or high-manganese stainless criteria. Differentiates from sheath knives or sets per notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18.5%
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
Import Tips
• Require supplier affidavits on handle metallurgy for CBP review
• Package individually to avoid set misclassification with 8211 knives
• Check for manganese content if nickel test fails