Stainless Steel Serving Ladle
A large ladle designed for serving soups and stews in kitchen settings, featuring a stainless steel handle attached to a bowl typically made of stainless steel or other base metal. It falls under HTS 8215.99.35.00 as a ladle with a stainless steel handle, classified among other kitchen or tableware spoons and ladles. The stainless steel handle distinguishes it from those with different handle materials.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.8% | +17.5% | 24.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.8% | +10.0% | 16.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6.8% | +10.0% | 16.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.8% | +10.0% | 16.8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.8% | +10.0% | 16.8% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If handles are base metal other than stainless steel
Changes to non-stainless base metal handles, falling under the prior subheading for similar spoons and ladles.
If electroplated with precious metal on base metal
Electroplating shifts classification to plated tableware spoons and ladles.
If sold as a set with knives from heading 8211
Per chapter note, sets with one or more knives and equal number of 8215 articles classify in 8215 but under sets provision, not individual spoons.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the handle is predominantly stainless steel (at least 60% by weight) to qualify under this subheading; provide material test certificates if requested
• Include detailed invoices specifying handle material and product function to avoid misclassification as general tableware
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