BBQ Grilling Fork with Rubber Handle from Japan
Long-handled stainless steel fork for barbecues, with heat-resistant rubber grip to protect hands from grill heat. Classified as a fork under HTS 8215.99.2000 due to its rubber handle and tableware function. Suitable for outdoor dining.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare as 'table forks' even for BBQ use; end-use statements clarify if challenged
• Test rubber for BPA-free certification to meet import food safety standards
• Long handles (>10in) may face scrutiny; provide blueprints if needed