7114.11.10.00 - Knives with silver handles

This HTS category, 7114.11.10.00, specifically classifies knives that feature handles made of silver. The precious metal content of the handle is the defining characteristic for this classification. These items fall under the broader umbrella of articles crafted by goldsmiths or silversmiths, where the primary material or cladding is precious metal.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. For instance, 7114.11.20.00 covers forks with silver handles, while other sibling categories at this level address spoons, ladles, and sets comprising multiple pieces of cutlery. This node is specifically for individual knives with silver handles, differentiating them from other types of tableware and flatware that also incorporate silver.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within 7114.11.10.00. Therefore, the classification is definitive for knives where the handle is composed of silver, whether pure or alloyed, or plated or clad with other precious metals. Classification will rely on the predominant precious metal content and the specific form of the article as a knife, excluding other forms of cutlery or decorative silver items.