HS Code for Iron kitchenware

Iron kitchenware is classified under HS code 7323.99. This classification is part of Chapter 73, which covers articles of iron or steel. Heading 7323 is designated for table, kitchen, or other household articles and parts thereof, made of iron or steel. The classification follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the material of construction and the intended use. Subheading 7323.99 is a residual category for articles that are not made of cast iron (7323.91), not made of stainless steel (7323.93), and not made of iron or steel that has been enameled (7323.94). Therefore, kitchenware made from carbon steel, wrought iron, or other non-cast iron alloys that are not enameled falls into this 'other' category. This includes a wide range of functional items used in food preparation, cooking, and serving within a domestic or commercial kitchen environment.

Products Included

• Carbon steel frying pans
• Wrought iron griddles
• Steel baking sheets (non-enameled)
• Iron colanders and strainers
• Steel mixing bowls (non-stainless)

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification for iron kitchenware is HS code 7323.91, which is specifically for cast iron articles. Many users assume all heavy iron pans are 'cast iron,' but if the item is pressed from sheet iron or wrought, it belongs in 7323.99. Another error is using 7323.93 for stainless steel items; stainless steel must contain at least 10.5% chromium. Furthermore, if the iron kitchenware is enameled (coated with vitreous glass), it must be classified under 7323.94. Finally, hand tools used in the kitchen, like mechanical peelers or graters, might be classified in Chapter 82 rather than 7323.

FAQ

What is the HS code for iron kitchenware?

The HS code for iron or steel kitchenware not elsewhere specified (excluding cast iron, stainless, or enameled) is 7323.99.

Is cast iron cookware included in 7323.99?

No, cast iron table and kitchen articles are specifically classified under HS code 7323.91.