Steel Butt Hinge from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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