39263000
PLASTICS AND ARTICLES THEREOF›Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914
Fittings for furniture, coachwork or the like
Description of plastic furniture fittings
CN code 3926 30 covers fittings for furniture, coachwork and similar articles of plastics: handles, knobs, hinges, drawer runners, catches, clips, cover caps, protective feet, connectors and other fittings for furniture, doors and vehicle bodies. Materials include ABS, PP, PE, polyamide (PA) and POM (polyoxymethylene/acetal).
Regulatory requirements
Import is subject to REACH. Children's furniture fittings must meet EN 716 and EN 12221. The GPSR applies to consumer-sold fittings. Vehicle fittings require type approvals. Food contact kitchen fittings may need Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 compliance. ABS fittings in electrical equipment fall under RoHS.
Trade and classification
Imports originate from China, Turkey, Taiwan and Italy. Plastic fittings fall under 3926 30; metal fittings under Chapter 83 or 73. Complete furniture with fittings is under Chapter 94.
Properties of Plastic fittings for furniture and trade applications
Plastic products classified under CN code 3926 30 are subject to REACH registration requirements for chemical substances imported into the EU. Import requires Safety Data Sheets, technical product specifications and quality certificates. Products intended for food contact must comply with Regulation (EU) 10/2011 on plastic food contact materials. Customs authorities verify correct tariff classification and EU safety standard compliance.
Frequently asked questions
What materials are used in furniture fittings?
Plastic furniture fittings use: ABS - dominant for handles and knobs due to hardness and electroplating capability; PP/PE - for technical elements; polyamide (PA) - for strength-requiring fittings; POM (acetal) - for drawer runners with low friction; and polycarbonate (PC) - for transparent elements.
Can plastic fittings be electroplated?
ABS fittings can be electroplated (chromed, nickel-plated, brass-plated), giving them a metallic appearance while retaining plastic lightness and lower cost. Electroplated ABS fittings remain under 3926 30 - the metal coating does not change classification if plastic is the base material. PP and PE are not suitable for conventional electroplating.
How are furniture versus vehicle fittings classified?
Both furniture and vehicle body fittings are classified under CN code 3926 30 when made from plastics. The code covers fittings for both applications. Import documentation should indicate the intended use, as automotive fittings may require additional type approval requirements not applicable to furniture fittings.
What import requirements apply to products CN 3926 30?
Import of products CN 3926 30 requires REACH registration, SDS and technical specifications. For food-contact uses, compliance with Regulation (EU) 10/2011 and a Declaration of Compliance (DoC) are required.
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