Stainless Steel Dinner Fork
An inexpensive dinner fork with a stainless steel handle, typically 7-8 inches long for main courses, valued under 25¢ each. Classified in HTS 8215.99.1000 as 'other forks' with stainless handles, distinct from cutlery sets including knives per chapter notes. Ideal for fast-food outlets and bulk institutional use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not with stainless steel handles
Subheading 8215.99.50 covers forks with other handle materials, splitting the 'other forks' category.
If imported as part of a sheath-type knife and fork hunting set
Statistical note defines sheath knives; sets with knives and forks may classify under 8211 if not meeting 8215 set rules.
If with base metal clad with precious metal
Precious metal imitation clad products shift to Chapter 71, excluding base metal tableware headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include detailed packing lists specifying unit value and stainless steel handle to prevent undervaluation disputes
• Label products clearly as tableware to distinguish from industrial tools, avoiding misclassification
• Check for set composition; if bundled with equal or more knives from 8211, reclassify entire set to heading 8215 per chapter note
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.