Product classification
HS code for Metal door frames: 7308.30
Iron or steel, structures and parts thereof, doors, windows and their frames and thresholds for doors.
Classification of metal door frames under HS 7308.30
Metal door frames are classified under HS code 7308.30. This classification is governed by Chapter 73 of the Harmonized System, which encompasses articles of iron or steel. Heading 7308 specifically covers structures and parts of structures, such as bridges, lock-gates, towers, and pillars. Subheading 7308.30 is the specific designation for doors, windows, and their frames and thresholds for doors. The classification is based on the material composition (ferrous metal) and the functional application as a structural component of a building or civil engineering project. For an item to fall under this code, it must be 'prepared for use in structures,' which typically means it has been fabricated, drilled, or assembled beyond the stage of simple raw material. Even if the frame is imported in a 'knocked down' or unassembled state, it remains under 7308.30 provided it has the essential character of a door frame. This code is essential for customs as it distinguishes structural building components from general hardware or decorative metalwork.
- Covers
- Steel door frames
- Iron door thresholds
- Fire-rated metal door frames
- Industrial steel door casings
- Pre-assembled metal window frames
- Also under 7308.30
- Masonite steel doors
- JELD-WEN steel windows
- Therma-Tru steel entry doors
- Pella steel frames
Codes often confused with 7308.30
Common mistake. Metal door frames are often misclassified under HS code 7326, which is a residual category for 'other articles of iron or steel.' However, because 7308.30 specifically names door frames, GRI 1 dictates that the specific heading takes precedence over the general one. Another common confusion arises with HS code 7610.10. This code is for doors, windows, and their frames made of aluminum. Importers must verify the base metal; if the frame is aluminum, it cannot be classified under 7308.30. Additionally, complete prefabricated buildings are classified under 9406, but individual frames imported as components usually stay in 7308.30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 730830 (the code used for metal door frames), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 730830 (the code used for metal door frames) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 11% 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 730830, not only metal door frames.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.4B 26% of world exports
- 2 Germany $818M 15% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $484M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $5.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $568M 11% of world imports
- 2 United States $553M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $341M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $5.1B 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 metal door frames
Brazil classifies metal door frames under NCM 7308.30.00: HS 7308.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Questions about metal door frames
What is the HS code for Metal door frames?
The HS code for Metal door frames is 730830 (Iron or steel; structures and parts thereof, doors, windows and their frames and thresholds for doors). The HS code for door frames made of iron or steel is 7308.30.
How do I classify Metal door frames for customs?
Metal door frames is classified under HS code 730830 — Iron or steel; structures and parts thereof, doors, windows and their frames and thresholds for doors. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are aluminum door frames included in this code?
No, aluminum door frames are classified under HS code 7610.10, as Chapter 73 is strictly for iron and steel articles.
Which countries are the top exporters of metal door frames (HS 730830)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 730830 (the code used for metal door frames) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.4B, 26% of world exports), Germany ($818M) and the Netherlands ($484M). World exports came to about $5.6B, 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 metal door frames (HS 730830)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 730830 (the code used for metal door frames) in UN Comtrade data were France ($568M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($553M) and Germany ($341M). World imports came to about $5.1B, 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 Metal door frames the same in all countries?
The base HS code 730830 for Metal door frames 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 metal door frames in Brazil?
In Brazil, metal door frames (HS 730830) is classified under NCM 7308.30.00.