Stainless Steel Cocktail Fork from Mexico
Tiny stainless steel-handled cocktail fork for appetizers and olives, valued under 25¢ each in party packs. Classified HTS 8215.99.1000 for stainless-handled forks, as simple tableware not in knife sets. Common in bar and event catering.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.3%
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
• Batch imports by value tier to streamline customs processing for sub-25¢ items
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests sets with knives, triggering chapter note reclassification
• Include photos or samples showing stainless handle to verify against 'other' subheadings