Steel Butt Hinge from Japan
A standard steel hinge with rectangular leaves used for mounting doors or cabinet lids. Classified under HTS 8302.10.90 as a base metal hinge suitable for furniture or doors, distinct from specialized strap or spring hinges.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify base metal composition (e.g
• steel, zinc) exceeds 50% for Chapter 83 classification; provide mill test certificates
• Label country of melt and pour for steel products to comply with Section 232 requirements if applicable
• Avoid misclassification as 'parts of furniture' under 9403; hinges are classified separately when imported standalone