Base Metal Tableware Fork from Mexico
Nickel-plated steel dinner fork for everyday table use. While forks have statistical notes, this 'other' base metal fork fits HTS 8215.99.50.00 as non-stainless, non-precious tableware.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
30.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Electroplating specs must detail base metal; precious plating changes subheading
• For sets per statistical note, report total pieces; knife balance affects heading
• Tine count and length distinguish table forks from serving forks