Stainless Steel Cheese Serving Fork
Two-tined fork with stainless steel handle designed for cutting and serving cheese blocks at gatherings. HTS 8215.99.1500 covers this as 'other forks' with stainless tableware handle. Not for cooking but dining presentation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.8% | +17.5% | 22.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.8% | +10.0% | 14.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.8% | +10.0% | 14.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.8% | +10.0% | 14.8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.8% | +10.0% | 14.8% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If household kitchen tool
Kitchen scoops/lifters (including cheese forks) for prep classify in 8205, not tableware.
If with non-metal handle material
Wood or plastic handles exclude from stainless-specific subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'serving utensil' on invoices to differentiate from kitchen tools
• Comply with FDA food contact standards for stainless grade certification
• Avoid pitfall of set mispackaging triggering chapter note reclassification
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