7323.93.00 - Of stainless steel

This HTS category, 7323.93.00, specifically covers tableware, kitchenware, and other household articles manufactured from stainless steel. These items are designed for domestic use, encompassing a broad range of goods used for preparing, serving, or storing food and beverages, as well as general household functions. The defining characteristic for classification under this code is the material composition: stainless steel.

This code differentiates itself from its siblings primarily through the material. Unlike 7323.91 (of cast iron, not enameled), 7323.92.00 (of cast iron, enameled), and 7323.94.00 (of iron or steel, enameled), this category is exclusively for articles made of stainless steel, regardless of any enameling. It also stands apart from the "Other" category at the same level (7323.99), which is a residual category for items not otherwise specified within the broader 7323 heading, and therefore does not have a specific material focus like stainless steel.

Within this classification, further subdivision occurs based on the intended use. The subcategory "Cooking and kitchen ware" specifically addresses items used in the preparation and cooking process, such as pots, pans, and baking dishes. The "Other" subcategory, designated as 7323.93.00.80, encompasses the remaining household articles and tableware made of stainless steel that do not fall under the cooking and kitchenware designation, thereby providing a comprehensive coverage for stainless steel household goods.