Steel Butt Hinge for Cabinet Doors

A standard steel butt hinge used for mounting cabinet doors in kitchen furniture. It falls under HTS 8302.10.60 as it is a base metal hinge of iron or steel, classified as 'other' hinges not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading. These hinges are typically used in residential or commercial cabinetry.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+35.0%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8302.41.30Higher: 38.9% vs 38.5%

If suitable for motor vehicles

Hinges designed for coachwork or automotive doors fall under specific vehicle mountings in 8302.41, separate from general furniture use.

8302.50.00Lower: 35% vs 38.5%

If of copper or copper alloys

Material composition shifts classification from iron/steel/aluminum/zinc to copper-based mountings in heading 8302.50.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 38.5%

If imported as unfinished components

Unmachined or rough iron/steel articles may classify under Chapter 73 as other steel articles rather than finished fittings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the material composition (iron/steel content >50%) with mill test certificates to avoid reclassification to non-base metal headings

• Include detailed technical specs and end-use documentation to confirm furniture application and prevent misclassification as automotive parts