HS Code:
The category 'Door assemblies incorporating more than one of the following: inner panel; outer panel; insulation; hinges; handles' falls under the Harmonized System (HS) Code 7308.30, which pertains to doors, windows, and their frames and thresholds for doors, made of iron or steel. This category includes pre-assembled or partially assembled door units used in construction and industrial applications. These products are critical in residential, commercial, and industrial building projects, offering security, insulation, and aesthetic value. Global trade in this category is driven by construction booms, urbanization, and renovation activities worldwide.
Total Trade Volume
USD 2.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 600 million
24% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 400 million
16% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 350 million
14% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 250 million
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 200 million
8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for energy-efficient door assemblies
Increased trade in insulated door units due to global focus on sustainability and energy conservation in buildings.
2021-2023
Growth in smart door systems
Integration of smart locks and automated systems in door assemblies is boosting demand for high-tech components, particularly in developed markets.
2022-2023
Shift towards modular construction
Prefabricated and modular door assemblies are gaining traction due to faster installation and cost efficiency, influencing trade patterns.
2020-2023
The European Union introduced anti-dumping tariffs ranging from 8% to 12% on steel door assemblies from China to protect domestic manufacturers.
March 2023
This is likely to reduce Chinese exports to the EU, potentially benefiting manufacturers from Turkey and Eastern Europe.
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement has eliminated tariffs on door assemblies among member countries, increasing intra-regional trade.
July 2022
Strengthened supply chains within North America, with Mexico emerging as a key exporter to the US market.
New EU regulations mandate higher environmental standards for construction materials, including door assemblies, focusing on recyclable materials and low-emission coatings.
January 2023
Manufacturers worldwide must adapt to meet these standards, potentially increasing production costs but also opening opportunities for eco-friendly product lines.