HS Code for Automatic door closers

Automatic door closers are classified under HS code 8302.60. This classification falls within Chapter 83, which covers miscellaneous articles of base metal. Heading 8302 specifically includes base metal mountings, fittings, and similar articles suitable for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, blinds, and coachwork. Automatic door closers are considered a type of door fitting that provides a mechanical function to ensure a door returns to its closed position. Because they are typically constructed from base metals like aluminum, steel, or brass and are designed as permanent fixtures for buildings, they are categorized under this specific subheading.

Products Included

• Hydraulic door closers
• Pneumatic door closers
• Spring-loaded automatic closers
• Overhead door closers
• Floor springs for glass doors

Common Misclassification

A frequent misclassification occurs under HS code 8479.89, which covers machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions. While door closers have a mechanical function, they are specifically named in heading 8302, and according to the Section and Chapter notes, specific naming of an article in Chapter 83 takes precedence over the general machinery descriptions in Chapter 84. Additionally, simple door stops or non-mechanical hinges should not be confused with the automatic closing mechanisms of 8302.60.

FAQ

What is the HS code for automatic door closers?

The correct HS code for automatic door closers made of base metal is 8302.60.

Does this code cover electronic door openers?

No, fully motorized electronic door openers that use a motor to open the door (rather than just closing it via stored energy) are typically classified under HS code 8479.89.