Stainless Steel Table Fork Tines
These are the metal tine components of table forks, made from stainless steel, supplied without handles for assembly into complete cutlery. They fall under HTS 8215.99.22.00 as base metal parts of forks without their handles, specifically other forks not classified elsewhere in the heading.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically for seafood forks
Seafood forks (e.g., oyster or cocktail forks) have a dedicated subheading, differentiating from general table forks.
If imported in bulk for non-cutlery industrial use
Base metal items of stainless steel not specifically shaped as tableware parts may classify under general household metal articles.
If sold as part of a cutlery set with knives
Per chapter notes, sets with knives from 8211 and equal or more 8215 articles classify in 8215, but loose parts may shift.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify material composition with mill test certificates to confirm base metal status and avoid misclassification as finished goods
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'without handles' and intended for cutlery assembly to prevent valuation disputes
Related Products under HTS 8215.99.22.00
Silver-Plated Dinner Fork Prongs
Silver-plated base metal prongs designed for dinner forks, excluding handles, used in high-end tableware manufacturing. Classified under HTS 8215.99.22.00 as other fork parts without handles, distinct from complete utensils.
Aluminum Serving Fork Tines
Lightweight aluminum tines for large serving forks, supplied handle-less for hospitality industry cutlery. Fits HTS 8215.99.22.00 as other fork parts without handles.
Nickel-Silver Dinner Fork Blades
Nickel-silver alloy blades for formal dinner forks, without handles, for custom cutlery makers. HTS 8215.99.22.00 for other base metal fork parts.
Zinc Alloy Dessert Fork Blades
Die-cast zinc alloy blades for dessert forks, without handles, for budget tableware production. HTS 8215.99.22.00 covers these as other base metal fork parts lacking handles.
Brass Cocktail Fork Prongs
Polished brass prongs for small cocktail forks, without handles, for barware assembly. HTS 8215.99.22.00 applies to these base metal fork components.
Tin-Plated Steel Salad Fork Tines
Tin-plated steel tines shaped for salad serving forks, handle excluded, for food service. Classified in HTS 8215.99.22.00 as other fork parts.