Steel Butt Hinge

A standard steel hinge used for connecting doors to frames in furniture and cabinetry, featuring two rectangular leaves joined by a pin. It falls under HTS 8302.10.9090 as a base metal hinge not specified elsewhere in the 'other hinges' subheading, suitable for furniture and doors. Primarily used in residential cabinetry and light-duty applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.4%+35.0%38.4%
🇲🇽Mexico3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇨🇦Canada3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇩🇪Germany3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇯🇵Japan3.4%+10.0%13.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

8302.41.30Higher: 38.9% vs 38.4%

If suitable only for vehicles

Hinges designed specifically for motor vehicle bodywork shift to Chapter 83 subheading for vehicle mountings.

8302.50.00Lower: 35% vs 38.4%

If part of an automatic door closer assembly

Hinges integral to base metal automatic door closers are classified under the door closer heading.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 38.4%

If imported as unfinished steel stampings

Unfinished base metal articles not yet formed as functional hinges may classify as other steel articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify base metal composition (e.g

steel, zinc) via material certificates to avoid misclassification as precious metal alloys

Include detailed technical specs like dimensions and load capacity in invoices for CBP valuation and anti-dumping checks