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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.3%+10.0%16.3%
🇲🇽Mexico6.3%+10.0%16.3%
🇨🇦Canada6.3%+10.0%16.3%
🇩🇪Germany6.3%+10.0%16.3%
🇯🇵Japan6.3%+10.0%16.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8215.20.00.00Higher: 35% vs 16.3%

If other stainless steel tableware like spoons

Other kitchenware forms (spoons, ladles) have separate subheadings in 8215.20, by function.

8215.99Same rate: 16.3%

If base metal parts of forks, not complete

Incomplete parts classify under 'other' in 8215.99.9000, vs finished tableware forks.

8205.51.30Higher: 38.7% vs 16.3%

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