Stainless Steel Teaspoon
A small teaspoon with a stainless steel handle and lightweight bowl for stirring beverages or serving sugar. Classified under HTS 8215.99.30.00 as a low-value spoon (under 25¢ each) with stainless steel handle, fitting the 'other spoons' category for tableware. Its simple construction suits mass-market kitchen use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other base metal tableware
If resembling ladles or similar but not strictly spoons, it may shift to the broader 'other' tableware subheading.
If imported as household unfinished parts
Unfinished base metal tableware articles not meeting spoon criteria classify under Chapter 73 as household articles.
If forks instead of spoons
Identical construction but as forks with stainless handles under 25¢ would fall under the forks subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare exact unit values with supporting commercial docs; CBP often scrutinizes low-value claims for undervaluation
• Label products clearly as 'spoons with stainless steel handles' to match HTS description and prevent misclassification
• Separate shipments of spoons from cutlery sets to maintain individual spoon classification under this subheading
Related Products under HTS 8215.99.30.00
Stainless Steel Soup Spoon
A basic soup spoon featuring a stainless steel handle attached to a pressed metal bowl, designed for everyday table use. It falls under HTS 8215.99.30.00 because it is a spoon with a stainless steel handle valued under 25¢ each, classified as other kitchen or tableware. The low unit value and handle material precisely match the subheading criteria.
Stainless Steel Serving Ladle Spoon
A shallow-bowled serving ladle classified as a spoon with stainless steel handle for kitchen use in serving sauces. HTS 8215.99.30.00 applies due to its spoon-like form, stainless handle, and value under 25¢ each as 'other' tableware spoons and ladles. Distinguishes from deeper ladles by its tableware design.
Stainless Steel Dessert Spoon
An oval-bowled dessert spoon with stainless steel handle for serving sweets, valued under 25¢ for bulk import. Meets HTS 8215.99.30.00 as a spoon in the 'other' category with specified handle and price point. Ideal for restaurant or household table settings.
Stainless Steel Coffee Spoon
A diminutive coffee stirring spoon with stainless steel handle for cafe use, priced under 25¢ each. HTS 8215.99.30.00 captures it as a low-value table spoon with stainless handle in the other spoons subgroup. Compact size suits high-volume hospitality imports.
Stainless Steel Gravy Spoon
A slotted or solid gravy spoon with stainless steel handle for serving liquids, under 25¢ unit value. Fits HTS 8215.99.30.00 as an 'other' spoon for kitchen/tableware with the specified handle material. Common in institutional dining imports.
Stainless Steel Baby Spoon
Soft-edged baby feeding spoon with stainless steel handle, valued under 25¢ for mass distribution. HTS 8215.99.30.00 includes it as a tableware spoon with stainless handle at low price. Designed for infant safety in household use.