Stainless Steel Dessert Fork
A small stainless steel-handled dessert fork, around 6 inches, for pastries and sweets, valued under 25¢ each in bulk packs. It qualifies for HTS 8215.99.1000 as an 'other' fork with stainless handle, not a base metal part or knife-inclusive set. Popular in disposable or low-cost dining ware.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other stainless steel tableware like spoons
Other kitchenware forms (spoons, ladles) have separate subheadings in 8215.20, by function.
If base metal parts of forks, not complete
Incomplete parts classify under 'other' in 8215.99.9000, vs finished tableware forks.
If household tools sold as kitchen implements
End-use as household tools (not tableware) moves to heading 8205 for other hand tools.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide origin certificates confirming base metal construction to comply with Chapter 82 notes
• Document exact fork dimensions and use to differentiate from salad forks or specialty items
• Beware of overpacking with knives; chapter note requires set reclassification if knives equal or exceed forks
Related Products under HTS 8215.99.10.00
Stainless Steel Ice Cream Fork
Short wide stainless steel-handled ice cream fork, under 25¢. HTS 8215.99.1000 for table forks. Dessert tool.
Stainless Steel Cheese Fork
Two-prong stainless steel-handled cheese fork, low value. HTS 8215.99.1000.
Stainless Steel Olive Fork
Mini stainless steel-handled olive fork, under 25¢. HTS 8215.99.1000.
Stainless Steel Fruit Fork
Small stainless steel-handled fruit fork for salads, low cost. HTS 8215.99.1000.
Stainless Steel Table Fork
A basic stainless steel-handled table fork designed for everyday dining use, valued under 25¢ each due to simple construction and mass production. It falls under HTS 8215.99.1000 as a fork with a stainless steel handle, not part of a knife set, and excluding precious metal plating. Commonly used in budget kitchenware sets for households and casual dining.
Stainless Steel Pickle Fork
Small stainless steel-handled pickle fork for jars, valued under 25¢ each. Fits HTS 8215.99.1000 as stainless-handled other fork, table/kitchen ware. Condiment serving tool.