Alloy Dessert Tongs
Small base metal tongs for picking up dessert items like cookies or strawberries. HTS 8215.99.50.00 covers these as similar kitchen or tableware tongs.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sugar tongs statistical
Similar tongs have specific breaks within other.
If articles of mixed metals
Complex alloys may go to other base metal articles.
If imitation jewelry tongs
Decorative table tongs resembling jewelry shift to Chapter 71.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Size <4 inches typical for dessert; document precisely
• Spring tension common; still tableware if manual
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