Subheading 7323 93 covers table, kitchen or other household articles of stainless steel. These include pots, pans, saucepans, woks, casseroles, bowls, salad bowls, serving utensils, trivets and other kitchen and table vessels and accessories of stainless steel. Stainless steel is an iron alloy with chromium (minimum 10.5 percent) and possibly nickel, molybdenum and other elements, characterised by corrosion resistance. Common grades are 18/10 (AISI 304) and 18/0 (AISI 430). Classification requires stainless steel material and kitchen or table function. Ordinary steel kitchenware is under 7323 99. Stainless steel articles for other uses are classified under relevant headings.

Importing stainless steel kitchenware under 7323 93 is subject to Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 on food contact materials. Products must be safe and not release hazardous substances. Particular attention to nickel and chromium migration from stainless steel into acidic and hot food is required. Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1442 establishes metal migration limits for metallic food contact materials. GPSR imposes safety obligations. REACH requires compliance with nickel restrictions for skin contact articles. Packaging must include importer details. Not subject to CBAM. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to sanctions. AD duties on stainless steel kitchenware from China may apply. Rates in TARIC.

Imports may be subject to EU trade defence measures. China and India are main suppliers. AD duties on Chinese imports may apply. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to sanctions. Preferential rates available under FTAs. Stainless steel cookware is a major kitchenware market segment. Total cost includes duty, AD duties, migration testing and VAT. Correct classification between stainless and ordinary steel is crucial as rates may differ. Trade measures in TARIC.

The import procedure for stainless steel kitchenware (CN code 7323 93) into the European Union requires filing a customs declaration in the national import system. Essential documents include a commercial invoice, transport document, certificate of origin (for preferential tariff rates) and quality certificates confirming compliance with EN standards. Steel articles may be subject to EU safeguard measures and anti-dumping duties depending on the country of origin. The standard duty rate ranges from 0% to 3.7% depending on the specific TARIC subheading. Import VAT is charged on the customs.