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Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoons

Measuring cups and measuring spoons are kitchen utensils used to measure volumes of liquids and solids, primarily for cooking and baking. Accurate measurement is crucial in these applications, as even slight variations can impact the final result.

Material

Both measuring cups and spoons are commonly made from the following materials:

• Stainless Steel: Durable, non-reactive, and often dishwasher safe. Considered a high-quality option.
• Plastic: Lightweight and inexpensive. Can stain or absorb odors over time, and some plastics may not withstand high temperatures.
• Glass: Allows for easy visibility of contents. Can be fragile and may not be suitable for all applications.
• Ceramic: Often used for decorative sets, but can be prone to chipping or breaking.

Purpose & Function

The primary purpose of both tools is to provide standardized volume measurements. They differ in the volumes they are designed to measure:

• Measuring Cups: Used for larger volumes, typically ranging from 1/8 cup to 1 cup (approximately 30ml to 240ml).
• Measuring Spoons: Used for smaller volumes, typically ranging from 1/8 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon (approximately 0.6ml to 15ml).

Usage Scenarios

• Baking: Precise measurement of ingredients like flour, sugar, and liquids is essential for successful baking.
• Cooking: Used for accurately portioning ingredients in recipes, sauces, and marinades.
• Beverage Preparation: Used for measuring liquids in cocktails, coffee, or other drinks.
• Pharmaceutical/Scientific Applications: While not their primary use, smaller measuring spoons can be used for very small volume measurements in some non-critical applications.

Common Types

Measuring Cups:

• Dry Measuring Cups: Typically nested sets, designed for measuring dry ingredients like flour and sugar. Feature a flat top edge for leveling.
• Liquid Measuring Cups: Feature a spout for easy pouring and markings indicating volume levels. Often made of clear glass or plastic.
• Adjustable Measuring Cups: Allow for variable measurements within a specific range, often with a sliding mechanism.

Measuring Spoons:

• Standard Nested Sets: Typically include spoons for 1 tablespoon, 1 teaspoon, 1/2 teaspoon, and 1/4 teaspoon.
• Adjustable Measuring Spoons: Similar to adjustable cups, these allow for variable measurements.
• Long-Handled Measuring Spoons: Useful for stirring and reaching into narrow containers.

Measurement Techniques

• Dry Ingredients: Spoon the ingredient into the cup/spoon and level off with a straight edge (e.g., the back of a knife). Do not pack the ingredient unless specifically instructed in the recipe.
• Liquid Ingredients: Pour the liquid into the cup/spoon until it reaches the desired level, viewed at eye level. For accuracy, use liquid measuring cups with a spout.

Measuring cups and measuring spoons fall under articles used in the preparation of food or drink. Based on the provided reference material, the following HS codes are relevant:

• 8210.00.00.00: Hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10 kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink, and base metal parts thereof. This code covers appliances used in food preparation, which includes measuring cups and spoons if they are mechanical and hand-operated.

  • 82: Blades and cutting tools, hand tools, hand-operated tools, and articles of cutlery; articles of shaving or of hairdressing, manicure or pedicure, including scissors, razors, clippers, tweezers and similar articles.
  • 10: Hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10 kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink, and base metal parts thereof.
  • 00: This is the full subheading for the code.
  • Tax Rate: Basic tariff: 3.7%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%, Total tariff: 58.7%.

• 7323.99.30.00: Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron or steel; iron or steel wool; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel: Other: Other: Coated or plated with precious metal: Other. If the measuring cups and spoons are made of iron or steel and coated or plated with precious metal.

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • 23: Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof.
  • 99: Other.
  • 30: Coated or plated with precious metal.
  • Tax Rate: Basic tariff: 8.2%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%, Total tariff: 63.2%. Steel, aluminum products additional tariff: 25%.

• 7323.99.50.30: Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron or steel; iron or steel wool; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel: Other: Other: Not coated or plated with precious metal: Of tinplate Kitchen or tableware suitable for food or drink contact. If the measuring cups and spoons are made of iron or steel and not coated or plated with precious metal, and are made of tinplate and suitable for food or drink contact.

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • 23: Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof.
  • 99: Other.
  • 50: Not coated or plated with precious metal.
  • 30: Of tinplate Kitchen or tableware suitable for food or drink contact.
  • Tax Rate: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%, Total tariff: 55.0%. Steel, aluminum products additional tariff: 25%.

• 3924.10.40.00: Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles, of plastics: Tableware and kitchenware: Other. If the measuring cups and spoons are made of plastics.

  • 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
  • 24: Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and hygienic or toilet articles.
  • 10: Tableware and kitchenware.
  • 40: Other.
  • Tax Rate: Basic tariff: 3.4%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%, Total tariff: 33.4%.