Product classification
HS code for Cabinet fittings: 8302.42
Mountings, fittings and similar articles, suitable for furniture of base metal.
Classification of cabinet fittings under HS 8302.42
Cabinet fittings are classified under HS code 8302.42, which covers mountings, fittings, and similar articles of base metal suitable for furniture. This classification is governed by the function of the article and its material composition. Heading 8302 is broad, encompassing various hardware items used in buildings, doors, and furniture. Subheading 8302.42 is specific to furniture applications, ensuring that items like hinges, handles, and brackets designed for cabinets are grouped together. To qualify, the items must be made of base metal (such as steel, brass, or aluminum) and must be designed to be permanently or semi-permanently attached to furniture to enhance its utility or movement. This excludes general-purpose fasteners like screws or bolts, which are classified by their constituent material in other chapters. The classification remains 8302.42 regardless of whether the fitting is for a kitchen cabinet, a wardrobe, or an office desk.
- Covers
- Metal drawer slides and runners
- Cabinet handles and knobs made of base metal
- Furniture hinges (non-spring loaded)
- Decorative metal trim for cabinets
- Shelf supports and brackets for furniture
- Also under 8302.42
- Hettich drawer slides
- Blum Tandembox drawer systems
- Hafele furniture connectors
- Sugatsune cabinet pulls
- Grass Nova Pro drawer systems
Codes often confused with 8302.42
Common mistake. Cabinet fittings are often misclassified under 9403.90, which covers "parts of furniture." However, according to the Section XV notes, base metal fittings of heading 8302 are excluded from Chapter 94 even if they are designed for furniture. Another common error is using 8302.10 for hinges; while 8302.10 covers hinges in general, 8302.42 is often preferred for specialized furniture fittings in certain jurisdictions, though hinges specifically usually stay in 8302.10. Additionally, plastic fittings are excluded and fall under 3926.30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 830242 (the code used for cabinet fittings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830242 (the code used for cabinet fittings) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 830242, not only cabinet fittings.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $3.9B 40% of world exports
- 2 Austria $1.4B 14% of world exports
- 3 Germany $1.1B 11% of world exports
World total: $9.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $812M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 Poland $613M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $8.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for cabinet fittings
Brazil classifies cabinet fittings under NCM 8302.42.00: HS 8302.42 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cabinet fittings
What is the HS code for Cabinet fittings?
The HS code for Cabinet fittings is 830242 (Mountings, fittings and similar articles; suitable for furniture of base metal). The HS code for cabinet fittings made of base metal is 8302.42.
How do I classify Cabinet fittings for customs?
Cabinet fittings is classified under HS code 830242 — Mountings, fittings and similar articles; suitable for furniture of base metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are plastic cabinet handles classified here?
No, handles made of plastics are classified under HS code 3926.30, as heading 8302 is strictly for base metal articles.
Which countries are the top exporters of cabinet fittings (HS 830242)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830242 (the code used for cabinet fittings) in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.9B, 40% of world exports), Austria ($1.4B) and Germany ($1.1B). World exports came to about $9.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of cabinet fittings (HS 830242)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830242 (the code used for cabinet fittings) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 13% of world imports), Germany ($812M) and Poland ($613M). World imports came to about $8.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Cabinet fittings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830242 for Cabinet fittings is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cabinet fittings in Brazil?
In Brazil, cabinet fittings (HS 830242) is classified under NCM 8302.42.00.