Buyer's guide
Common grades and specifications
- Stainless steel (304, 430), aluminium, nylon, silicone, wood
- Commercial (heavy-duty) or household grade
- Heat resistance and dishwasher-safe claims
Typical packaging
Retail packaging, inner packs and master cartons.
Typical minimum order
Per item and finish; often hundreds to thousands of units.
HS code (4-digit headings)
| Heading | Description |
|---|---|
| 7323 | Table, kitchen or household articles of iron or steel |
| 7615 | Table, kitchen or household articles of aluminium |
| 3924 | Tableware and kitchenware of plastics |
| 8215 | Spoons, ladles, skimmers and similar of base metal |
Guidance only. The exact 6- to 10-digit code depends on the product and the importing country's tariff. Confirm with your customs broker.
Incoterms tips
For containerised goods, FCA, CPT or CIP are usually a better fit than FOB/CIF, because the seller hands over at a terminal or warehouse rather than over the ship's rail. Use DAP or DDP only if the seller can really handle delivery (and, for DDP, import clearance) in your country.
Quality documents to request
- Food-contact compliance (e.g. EU 1935/2004, FDA, LFGB)
- Material test report
- Pre-shipment inspection report
Sourcing notes
No sourcing restriction for the material; check food-contact compliance.