What types of products are included in HS-4 8302?

HS-4 8302 covers base metal mountings, fittings, hinges, castors, and automatic door closures intended for furniture, buildings, and vehicles.

How do I choose between HS-6 subheadings?

Select the HS-6 subheading based on the specific use of your product. For example, use HS-6 830210 for hinges and HS-6 830220 for castors.

Are there specific regulations for importing these items?

Yes, regulations may vary by country. Always check local customs requirements and ensure compliance with import regulations.

Can I use HS-4 8302 for all metal fittings?

No, HS-4 8302 specifically applies to base metal fittings and mountings. Ensure your products fit the description before classifying.

What if my product doesn't fit neatly into a subheading?

If your product is unique, consult with a customs broker or trade specialist to determine the most appropriate classification.

Is there a difference between building and furniture fittings?

Yes, fittings for buildings (HS-6 830241) and furniture (HS-6 830242) have different classifications based on their intended use.

HS-4 8302: Base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, trunks, chests etc, castors with mountings of base metal, automatic door closers of base metal

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 8302 when importing base metal mountings, fittings, and similar articles for items like furniture, doors, and windows. For example, if you're shipping a batch of metal hinges for wooden doors, this heading applies directly to your products.

Choosing the right subheading is crucial. If your product is a hinge specifically designed for furniture or doors, you'll want to look at HS-6 830210. However, if it’s a castor with a base metal mount, HS-6 830220 is the correct choice.

For mountings and fittings intended for motor vehicles, HS-6 830230 is the appropriate classification. If your items are meant for buildings, consider HS-6 830241. The distinction often lies in the intended use and application of the fittings.

If your products include automatic door closures, refer to HS-6 830260. This is specific to closures made of base metal, ensuring you classify your imports correctly based on their function.

Keywords & topics

Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.

base metal fittings · furniture mountings · door hinges · metal castors · automatic door closures · motor vehicle fittings · building mountings · metal fixtures · HS-4 8302 · import classification · base metal articles · furniture hardware · shipping metal fittings · trade codes · customs classification · HS-6 subheadings

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Hinges for doors and windows (HS-6 830210)
Metal castors for furniture (HS-6 830220)
Mountings for motor vehicles (HS-6 830230)
Fittings for buildings (HS-6 830241)
Furniture fittings (HS-6 830242)
General mountings for other uses (HS-6 830249)
Automatic door closures (HS-6 830260)