| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8215100000 | Doc | The rate of duty applicable to that article in the set subject t+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8215913000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8214906000 | Doc | 0.2¢ each + 3.1%+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8214909000 | Doc | 1.4¢ each + 3.2%+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9605000000 | Doc | 38.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7115906000 | Doc | 59.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7115903000 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4201006000 | Doc | 57.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Cake Knife and Server Set
A cake knife and server set is a coordinated pair of implements used for cutting and serving cake. These sets are commonly found in households and professional kitchens for occasions ranging from everyday desserts to elaborate celebrations.
Material
Cake knives and servers are typically constructed from the following materials:
- Stainless Steel: The most common material due to its durability, resistance to rust and corrosion, and ease of cleaning. Variations in steel quality affect sharpness and price.
- Silverplate: Offers a more formal aesthetic, often used for special occasions. Requires more careful cleaning and polishing to maintain its appearance.
- Sterling Silver: The most luxurious option, requiring significant care and maintenance.
- Wood (Handles): Often paired with stainless steel blades, providing a comfortable grip and aesthetic appeal. Common woods include Pakkawood and rosewood.
- Plastic (Handles): More affordable option, commonly found in basic sets.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a cake knife and server set is to:
- Cut Cake: The knife is designed to slice through cake cleanly without crushing or tearing it.
- Serve Cake: The server is used to lift and transfer slices of cake to plates, preventing mess and maintaining the cake's shape.
Function
- Knife: Long, thin blade, often with a serrated or slightly waved edge for efficient cutting. Blade length typically ranges from 8 to 12 inches. Some knives feature an offset blade for better clearance.
- Server: Flat, broad blade with a pointed or rounded end. Designed to slide under cake slices without damaging them. The shape allows for easy lifting and support.
Usage Scenarios
- Home Use: Everyday desserts, birthday parties, family gatherings.
- Bakeries and Pastry Shops: Professional cake cutting and serving.
- Catering Events: Serving cake at weddings, corporate events, and other large gatherings.
- Restaurants and Cafes: Dessert service.
Common Types
- Traditional Set: Includes a long, straight cake knife and a triangular cake server.
- Offset Knife Set: Features a knife with an angled blade for easier cutting of layered cakes.
- Hammered Knife Set: Knife blade has a textured, hammered finish for a rustic aesthetic.
- Decorative Handle Sets: Knives and servers with ornate or patterned handles, often used for special occasions.
- Gift Sets: Sets packaged with other cake decorating tools or accessories.
- Pie/Cake Server Combination: Some sets include a server designed for both pie and cake.
The declared goods, CAKEKNIFEANDSERVERSET, fall under articles of cutlery or tableware. Based on the provided information, the following HS codes are relevant:
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8215100000: This HS code covers spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter-knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware; and base metal parts thereof: Sets of assorted articles containing at least one article plated with precious metal. This is applicable if the set includes at least one item with precious metal plating.
- 82: Chapter 82 – Articles of cutlery, forks, spoons, knives, surgical instruments and razors.
- 15: Heading 8215 – Spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter-knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware.
- 100000: Subheading 821510 – Sets of assorted articles containing at least one article plated with precious metal.
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8215913000: This HS code covers spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter-knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware; and base metal parts thereof: Other: Plated with precious metal: Forks. This is applicable if the cake knife and server set are plated with precious metal and includes forks.
- 82: Chapter 82 – Articles of cutlery, forks, spoons, knives, surgical instruments and razors.
- 15: Heading 8215 – Spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter-knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware.
- 91: Subheading 821591 – Other.
- 30: Subheading 82159130 – Plated with precious metal: Forks.
Regarding these HS codes, the applicable tariff is based on whether the set contains articles plated with precious metal. If the set includes plated articles, HS code 8215100000 applies, with a total tax rate of the base duty rate + 30.0% (effective after April 2, 2025). If the set does not contain plated articles, HS code 8215913000 applies, with a total tax rate of 37.5%.