Steel Butt Hinge for Cabinets from Japan
A standard steel butt hinge designed for mounting cabinet doors, featuring a rectangular shape with knuckle and pin for smooth pivoting. Classified under HTS 8302.10.60.60 as it is a base metal hinge of iron or steel specifically suitable for furniture and cabinets. Excludes heavy-duty or specialized hinges.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify material composition (iron/steel) via mill certificates to avoid misclassification as aluminum hinges
• Include detailed technical specs in commercial invoice to confirm 'suitable for furniture/cabinets' end-use