Product classification
HS code for Cabinet hinges: 8302.10
Hinges, suitable for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, blinds, coachwork, saddlery, trunks, chests, caskets or the like, of base metal.
Classification of cabinet hinges under HS 8302.10
Cabinet hinges are classified under HS code 8302.10 because they fall within the scope of Chapter 83, which covers miscellaneous articles of base metal. Specifically, heading 8302 encompasses mountings, fittings, and similar articles suitable for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, and blinds. The classification is determined by General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since these hinges are designed as permanent fixtures for furniture to allow for the pivoting of doors or lids, and are constructed from base metals such as steel, brass, or zinc alloy, they are precisely described by the subheading 8302.10. This code excludes hinges that are integrated into other machinery or vehicles, focusing instead on those used in architectural or furniture applications. The material composition is a primary factor; if the hinge were made entirely of plastic, it would move to Chapter 39. However, for standard industrial and residential cabinet hardware made of metal, 8302.10 is the definitive classification for international trade documentation.
- Covers
- Concealed European-style hinges
- Butt hinges for wooden cabinets
- Pivot hinges for furniture doors
- Continuous or piano hinges of base metal
- Soft-close cabinet hinges
- Decorative strap hinges for chests
- Also under 8302.10
- Blum CLIP top BLUMOTION hinges
- Salice Series 200 hinges
- Stanley Commercial Grade Hinges
- Sugatsune Concealed Hinges
- Hafele Tiomos hinges
Codes often confused with 8302.10
Common mistake. Cabinet hinges are frequently misclassified under HS code 7326.90, which covers other articles of iron or steel. However, because 8302 is a more specific heading for mountings and fittings, it takes precedence according to GRI 3(a). Another common error is using 3926.90 for plastic hinges; while they perform the same function, Chapter 83 is strictly for base metal. Additionally, hinges specifically designed for motor vehicles should be classified under 8302.10 only if they are general purpose, though some may fall under 8302.30 if they are specialized for coachwork.
Top exporters and importers of HS 830210 (the code used for cabinet hinges), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830210 (the code used for cabinet hinges) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 830210, not only cabinet hinges.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.2B 33% of world exports
- 2 Germany $992M 15% of world exports
- 3 Austria $557M 8.5% of world exports
World total: $6.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.1B 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $539M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Poland $319M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $6.3B 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 hinges
Brazil classifies cabinet hinges under NCM 8302.10.00: HS 8302.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cabinet hinges
What is the HS code for Cabinet hinges?
The HS code for Cabinet hinges is 830210 (Hinges; suitable for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, blinds, coachwork, saddlery, trunks, chests, caskets or the like, of base metal). The standard HS code for cabinet hinges made of base metal is 8302.10.
How do I classify Cabinet hinges for customs?
Cabinet hinges is classified under HS code 830210 — Hinges; suitable for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, blinds, coachwork, saddlery, trunks, chests, caskets or the like, of base metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the finish of the hinge change the HS code?
No, whether the hinge is chrome-plated, nickel-plated, or powder-coated, it remains under 8302.10 as long as the underlying material is a base metal.
Which countries are the top exporters of cabinet hinges (HS 830210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830210 (the code used for cabinet hinges) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.2B, 33% of world exports), Germany ($992M) and Austria ($557M). World exports came to about $6.6B, 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 hinges (HS 830210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830210 (the code used for cabinet hinges) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.1B, 17% of world imports), Germany ($539M) and Poland ($319M). World imports came to about $6.3B, 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 hinges the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830210 for Cabinet hinges 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 hinges in Brazil?
In Brazil, cabinet hinges (HS 830210) is classified under NCM 8302.10.00.