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Barbecue Needle

A barbecue needle, also known as a skewer or kebab needle, is a slender, pointed rod used to hold pieces of food together for grilling, roasting, or baking. They are a fundamental tool in various cuisines worldwide.

Material

Barbecue needles are commonly constructed from the following materials:

• Stainless Steel: The most prevalent material due to its durability, resistance to rust and corrosion, and ease of cleaning. Stainless steel skewers can be reused repeatedly.
• Carbon Steel: Offers excellent heat retention and can develop a natural non-stick patina with use. Requires careful seasoning and maintenance to prevent rusting.
• Bamboo: A disposable, inexpensive option, often pre-soaked in water to prevent burning. Suitable for single-use applications.
• Wood: Similar to bamboo, wood skewers are disposable and best for shorter cooking times.
• Iron: Less common due to its susceptibility to rust and potential for imparting a metallic taste to food. Requires thorough seasoning and careful use.

Purpose & Function

The primary purpose of a barbecue needle is to:

• Secure Food Pieces: Hold multiple pieces of meat, vegetables, fruits, or seafood together, enabling even cooking and easier handling.
• Facilitate Rotation: Allow for uniform exposure to heat during grilling or roasting, promoting consistent doneness.
• Enable Marinade Penetration: Permit marinades and seasonings to reach the interior of food items.

Usage Scenarios

Barbecue needles are utilized in a wide array of cooking applications:

• Grilling: A staple for barbecues, kebabs, and satay.
• Roasting: Used in the oven for roasting meats, vegetables, or fruits.
• Baking: Employed in baking to create fruit skewers or other desserts.
• Fondue: Hold pieces of food for dipping into fondue pots.
• Smokers: For creating kebabs or holding food during low-and-slow smoking.

Common Types

• Flat Skewers: Wider and flatter, providing more surface area to hold larger pieces of food and preventing rotation.
• Round Skewers: The most common type, suitable for a variety of food items.
• Spiral Skewers: Feature a spiral design to better secure food and prevent slipping.
• Single-Prong Skewers: Used for holding a single item, such as a large piece of meat.
• Double-Prong Skewers: Feature two prongs for increased stability.
• Reusable Skewers: Typically made of stainless steel and designed for repeated use.
• Disposable Skewers: Often made of bamboo or wood, intended for single-use applications.
• Rotating Skewers: Mechanically rotate during cooking, ensuring even heat distribution (often used in rotisseries).

Barbecue needles fall under articles for use in the hand, of iron or steel; safety pins and other pins of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included. Several HS codes may be relevant depending on the specific characteristics of the product.

• 7319.90.90.00: This HS code covers other sewing needles, knitting needles, bodkins, crochet hooks, embroidery stilettos and similar articles for use in the hand, of iron or steel; safety pins and other pins of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included.

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel. This chapter broadly covers a wide range of iron and steel products.
  • 19: Sewing needles, knitting needles, bodkins, crochet hooks, embroidery stilettos and similar articles for use in the hand, of iron or steel; safety pins and other pins of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included. This heading focuses on hand-operated articles made of iron or steel.
  • 90: Other. This subheading covers articles within the heading that are not specifically classified elsewhere.

• 7319.90.10.00: This HS code covers sewing, darning or embroidery needles.

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • 19: Sewing needles, knitting needles, bodkins, crochet hooks, embroidery stilettos and similar articles for use in the hand, of iron or steel; safety pins and other pins of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included.
  • 10: Sewing, darning or embroidery needles.

Regarding HS code 7319.90.90.00 and 7319.90.10.00, please note the basic customs tariff is 2.9%, with an additional tariff of 7.5%. A further tariff of 30.0% will apply after April 2, 2025. Additionally, a tariff of 25% may apply to steel and aluminum products.