Padlocks and locks (key, combination, electrically operated) of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal, keys for any or the foregoing articles, of base metal
In plain English
This category covers padlocks, locks, clasps with frames, and keys made from base metal. The items are divided based on their specific type and intended use, such as locks designed for motor vehicles, furniture, or other applications. Additional classifications separate parts of these locking mechanisms and keys that are presented on their own.
6-digit subheadings (7)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Padlocks; (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal
Locks; of a kind used for motor vehicles (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal
Locks; of a kind used for furniture (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal
Locks; (other than those for motor vehicles or furniture), (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal
Clasps and frames with clasps; incorporating locks, of base metal
Locks; parts of padlocks, locks, clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal
Keys; presented separately, of base metal
Chapter 83 classification notes
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Door locks (8301.40) vs. cabinet locks (8301.50) — application-specific.
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
Binding tariff ruling databaseOther headings in Chapter 83
- 8302 — Base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles for furniture, doo…
- 8303 — Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lo…
- 8304 — Office equipment; filing cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays an…
- 8305 — Stationery; fittings for loose-leaf binders or files, letter clips, le…
- 8306 — Bells, gongs and the like; non-electric, statuettes, other ornaments, …
- 8307 — Tubing; flexible, with or without fittings, of base metal
- 8308 — Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyele…
- 8309 — Stoppers, caps, lids (including crown corks, screw caps, pouring stopp…
- 8310 — Sign plates, name plates, address plates and similar plates, numbers, …
- 8311 — Wires, rods, tubes, plates, electrodes of base metal or metal carbides…