Nickel-Plated Steel Gravy Ladle
A nickel-plated steel ladle for serving gravy, valued for corrosion resistance. HTS 8215.99.4500 covers this as other base metal spoons/ladles, provided plating is not precious metal.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +32.5% | 32.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If precious metal electroplated
Precious metal plating moves to dedicated electroplated subheading.
If sold as set with equal knives from 8211
Chapter note requires sets with knives + equal tableware to classify in 8215.15.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Disclose all platings; non-precious like nickel stays in 8215.99.45, but silver/gold shifts subheadings
• Use FDA-compliant materials declaration for food-contact items
• Avoid selling as set with knives unless balanced per Chapter Note to 8215
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