Sourcing architectural door hinges from China
Architectural door hinges from China carry 0% UK duty under the other-hinges line, with no trade remedy shown in the supplied tariff record. Match construction product marking and performance evidence to the hinge and intended use before ordering. Cambridge China Bridge sources architectural door hinges.
Duty on architectural door hinges
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 29 September 2026, heading 8302 covers base-metal fittings, including hinges. Architectural door hinges fall within the other-hinges line, 8302 10 00 90, carrying 0% duty for goods from China. The supplied record shows no anti-dumping or countervailing duty, suspension or attached import control for this line.
The table shows different hinge constructions sharing the same commodity line, rather than separate tariff classifications. Confirm the commodity code against the actual product. Other door fittings within the wider heading are discussed in our architectural door handles guide.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base-metal butt hinges for architectural doors | 8302 10 00 90 | 0% | None |
Specify the hinge and its door application
Specify door material, weight, width and thickness, frame material, opening direction and intended use. Agree hinge construction, leaf dimensions and thickness, hole positions, countersinks, corner shape, pin retention, bearing arrangement and finish. For concealed hinges, approve the routing drawing and adjustment access. Send the factory the fixing details and a sample door-and-frame interface.
CE marking continues to be recognised for construction products in Great Britain. Before ordering, ask the supplier to identify the applicable construction product route and provide performance documentation matching the exact hinge model and intended use. For fire-door applications, ask the door supplier to confirm the proposed hinge and fixing arrangement against the door's supporting evidence. Arrange testing and certification checks before approving production.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: 2,000 ball-bearing door hinges; illustrative order, not a quotation under 8302 10 00 90, invoiced at £7,000 free on board, with £600 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £7,600. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £7,600, so it is £1,520. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Fit: compare leaf thickness, hole positions, countersinks and corner shape with the approved drawing; trial-fit hinges to the intended door and frame.
Movement: check for binding, excessive pin play, bearing noise and uneven resistance; test the agreed hinge arrangement under the specified door load.
Material and finish: verify the agreed metal grade and compare finish samples; check for burrs, plating defects, corrosion and scratches.
Identity and packing: match model references and performance documents to the shipment; check supplied screws, fitting instructions and protection between hinge leaves.
What goes wrong
Thin leaves, loose pins or inconsistent bearings can let the door sag or scrape the frame. Incorrect countersinks leave screw heads proud, and changed hole positions prevent replacement hinges fitting existing recesses. Concealed hinges can arrive with a routing pattern that differs from the approved sample.
A report for a similar-looking hinge leaves the ordered model's performance unresolved. Agree drawings, materials and document references before production, then check shipment samples against that approval. Our quality inspection guide explains how to organise these checks.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on door hinges from China?
The supplied tariff record shows 0% for other base-metal hinges, code 8302 10 00 90, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty, read on 29 September 2026.
Do architectural door hinges need CE marking?
CE marking remains recognised for construction products in Great Britain. Check the applicable route for the exact hinge and intended use before ordering; ask for matching performance documentation.
Can I use the same hinge on a fire door?
Ask the door supplier to check the exact hinge, fixings and installation arrangement against the door's supporting evidence. A generic hinge report does not resolve compatibility.
What should I check on arrival?
Check leaf thickness, hole positions, pin play, bearing movement, finish and supplied fixings. Trial-fit samples to the intended door and frame, and match the model to its documents.