Iron, steel, aluminum or zinc hinges from India
India exported $75.9 million of iron, steel, aluminum or zinc hinges (HS 8302.10) in FY2025-26, up 29% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 12% to 13.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 22% to 41% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 12%China 22%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $76MUp 29.4% on last year
- HS code
- 8302.10Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 3 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8302.10.30.00 | Of iron or steel, of aluminum or of zinc: Designed for motor vehicles27% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 2% | 12% | 22% |
| 8302.10.60 | Of iron or steel, of aluminum or of zinc: Other28.5% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 3.5% | 13.5% | 41% |
| 8302.10.90 | Hinges, and parts thereof: Other | 3.4% | 13.4% | 40.9% |
Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of iron, steel, aluminum or zinc hinges
India's exports to all countries under HS 8302.10, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- United States
- California Proposition 65. Products sold in California need a warning if they expose people to listed chemicals, such as lead in brass or ceramic glazes, above safe-harbor levels. California OEHHA
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8302.10 is 1.4%, ranging from 0% to 2.7% across tariff lines, from 2021 data. It doesn't include India's GSP preference, so goods from India may pay less. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.5% of FOB value for exporters. The scheme was notified until 30 September 2026, so check with DGFT whether it's been extended.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on iron, steel, aluminum or zinc hinges from India?
12% to 13.5% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 8302.10, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 22% to 41%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for iron, steel, aluminum or zinc hinges?
8302.10, under heading 8302 (Base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles suitable for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, blinds, coachwork, saddlery, trunks, chests, caskets or the like; base metal hat racks, hat-pegs, brackets and similar fixtures; castors with mountings of base metal; automatic door closers of base metal; and base metal parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export iron, steel, aluminum or zinc hinges?
Yes. India exported $75.9 million under HS 8302.10 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.