Cutlery; sets of assorted articles (e.g. spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar), not plated with precious metal

HS v2017 Code: 821520

About cutlery; sets of assorted articles (e.g. spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar), not plated with precious metal

hs code 821520 covers a diverse range of cutlery and tableware items, including spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, and sugar tongs. These essential household and commercial products are widely used in kitchens, restaurants, and various food service settings. The global cutlery industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, supporting food preparation, dining, and hospitality sectors.

Production process

Cutlery items under hs code 821520 are typically manufactured through a combination of metalworking techniques, such as stamping, forging, and casting. The production process often involves shaping the metal, heat-treating it for strength and durability, and finishing the pieces with polishing or other decorative treatments.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 821520 items include various metals, such as stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery and tools for shaping, cutting, and finishing the cutlery. Additionally, the industry may utilize packaging materials and other ancillary supplies to prepare the final products for distribution.

Production outputs

The cutlery and tableware items covered under hs code 821520 are primarily consumed by the 630000 Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings and 470000 Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard industries, as well as the broader 550000 Hotel, restaurant, cafe and bar furniture sector.

Revisions to 821520

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 821520. The most recent 1 version of this code (821520) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 821520 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for cutlery; sets of assorted articles (e.g. spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar), not plated with precious metal

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/82'>82: Tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8215'>8215: Cutlery; spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or tableware</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821520'>821520: Cutlery; sets of assorted articles (e.g. spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter knives, sugar tongs and similar), not plated with precious metal</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821510'>821510: Cutlery; sets of assorted articles (e.g. spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter-knives, sugar tongs and similar), with at least one article plated with precious metal</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821591'>821591: Cutlery; (e.g. spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter-knives, sugar tongs and similar), plated with precious metal, not in sets</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/821599'>821599: Cutlery; other than plated with precious metal</a>"]

    

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