Find HS Code and trade information for mesh spoon

Mesh Spoon

A mesh spoon, also known as a slotted spoon with a fine mesh, is a kitchen utensil primarily used for lifting food from liquids while allowing the liquid to drain.

Material:

• Stainless Steel: The most common material, offering durability, corrosion resistance, and ease of cleaning.
• Silicone: Heat-resistant and non-scratch, suitable for non-stick cookware. Often used with stainless steel handles.
• Plastic: Less expensive option, but may stain or melt with high heat.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of a mesh spoon is food separation. It efficiently removes solids from liquids, preventing the transfer of excess liquid.

Function:

The fine mesh allows liquids to pass through while retaining smaller food particles that would otherwise be lost with a standard slotted spoon. This is achieved through a tightly woven network of wires or perforations.

Usage Scenarios:

• Boiling Pasta/Vegetables: Removing food from boiling water.
• Deep Frying: Lifting fried items from hot oil, allowing excess oil to drain.
• Skimming: Removing foam or impurities from stocks, soups, or sauces.
• Serving: Portioning food while minimizing sauce transfer.
• Rinsing: Rinsing small food items like berries or sprouts.
• Jam/Jelly Making: Separating fruit pulp from the liquid.

Common Types:

• Spider Strainer: A larger, wider mesh spoon, often with longer handles, ideal for deep frying and removing large quantities of food.
• Fine Mesh Skimmer: Similar to a spider strainer but with a finer mesh, suitable for delicate foods.
• Small Mesh Spoon: Designed for smaller tasks like removing herbs from tea or portioning small items.
• Silicone-Coated Mesh Spoon: Combines the durability of stainless steel with the non-stick properties of silicone.
• Long-Handled Mesh Spoon: Provides increased reach and safety when working with hot liquids.

Based on the provided information, a “mesh spoon” can be classified under several HS codes, depending on its material and specific use. Here's a breakdown of potential classifications:

• 8215.99.50.00: This 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: Other (including parts)”. This is a broad category for kitchen utensils. The two-digit sections represent:

  • 82: Base metal articles and articles of base metal clad with precious metal; articles of precious metal; imitation jewellery, costume jewellery, articles of precious metal or of base metal plated with precious metal; articles of base metal with precious stones or imitation stones.
  • 15: Spoons, forks, ladles, etc.
  • 99: Other
  • 50: Other (including parts) The total tax rate is 35.3%.

• 8215.99.45.00: This 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: Other: Spoons and ladles: Other”. This is a more specific classification within the broader category, focusing on spoons and ladles. The two-digit sections represent:

  • 82: Base metal articles and articles of base metal clad with precious metal; articles of precious metal; imitation jewellery, costume jewellery, articles of precious metal or of base metal plated with precious metal; articles of base metal with precious stones or imitation stones.
  • 15: Spoons, forks, ladles, etc.
  • 99: Other
  • 45: Spoons and ladles: Other The total tax rate is 37.5%.

• 7323.93.00.60: If the mesh spoon is made of stainless steel cooking and kitchen ware, this code applies. It covers “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: Of stainless steel Cooking and kitchen ware: Other: Kitchen ware”. The two-digit sections represent:

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • 23: Table, kitchen or other household articles.
  • 93: Of stainless steel Cooking and kitchen ware
  • 60: Kitchen ware The total tax rate is 57.0%.

• 7323.99.70.00: If the mesh spoon is made of iron or steel and is not coated or plated with precious metal, this code applies. It covers “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: Other: Cookingware”. The two-digit sections represent:

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • 23: Table, kitchen or other household articles.
  • 99: Other
  • 70: Not coated or plated with precious metal: Other: Cookingware The total tax rate is 60.3%.

Regarding HS code 7323.93.00.60 and 7323.99.70.00, please note the need to verify the material (stainless steel vs. other iron or steel) and whether it is coated or plated with precious metal. A 30% addtional tax rate applies to steel and aluminum products starting April 2, 2025.