HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8301.60 – Locks; parts of padlocks, locks, clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal
HS code 8301.60 is the 6-digit subheading for locks, parts of padlocks, locks, clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal. It is used for lock cylinders, key blanks (not separate), lock bolts, tumbler pins and lock springs.
What HS 8301.60 covers
This HS code specifically covers parts of all the locking mechanisms previously mentioned in the 8301 series, provided they are made of base metal. This includes components like cylinders, tumblers, bolts, springs, casings, and key blanks (when not presented separately). This category is vital for the repair, maintenance, and manufacturing of new locking devices. Major importers are countries with significant lock manufacturing industries, locksmith services, and repair markets, such as China (for assembly), the United States, and Germany. Exporters often include nations specializing in precision metal component manufacturing, like China, Taiwan, and Germany, which supply both finished lock manufacturers and aftermarket service providers. Key considerations for traders involve precision engineering, material quality (e.g., brass, steel, zinc alloy), compatibility with specific lock models, and adherence to industry standards for security and durability. The market is driven by both new production and the extensive aftermarket for repairs.
- Covers
- Lock cylinders
- Key blanks (not separate)
- Lock bolts
- Tumbler pins
- Lock springs
- Lock casings
- Strike plates
- Lock escutcheons
- Lock actuators
- Examples
- Schlage lock cylinder
- Kwikset key blank
- Abus padlock shackle
- Yale lock bolt
- Master Lock tumbler set
Codes often confused with 8301.60
Common mistake. This code is often confused with finished locks (830110-830150) if the components are mistakenly considered complete, or with general metal parts (e.g., Chapter 73 for iron/steel articles) if their specific use in locks is not clearly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 830160, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 830160 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.2B 31% of world exports
- 2 Germany $451M 12% of world exports
- 3 United States $249M 6.7% of world exports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $414M 12% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $404M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $275M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $3.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8301.60
Brazil does not split HS 8301.60: its NCM code is 8301.60.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 83.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8301.60
What is HS code 830160?
HS code 830160 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Locks; parts of padlocks, locks, clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal. This HS code specifically covers parts of all the locking mechanisms previously mentioned in the 8301 series, provided they are made of base metal. This includes components like cylinders, tumblers, bolts, springs, casings, and key blanks (when not presented separately). This category is vital for the repair, maintenance, and manufacturing of new locking devices. Major importers are countries with significant lock manufacturing industries, locksmith services, and repair markets, such as China (for assembly), the United States, and Germany. Exporters often include nations specializing in precision metal component manufacturing, like China, Taiwan, and Germany, which supply both finished lock manufacturers and aftermarket service providers. Key considerations for traders involve precision engineering, material quality (e.g., brass, steel, zinc alloy), compatibility with specific lock models, and adherence to industry standards for security and durability. The market is driven by both new production and the extensive aftermarket for repairs.
What products fall under HS code 830160?
Lock cylinders, key blanks (not separate), lock bolts, tumbler pins, lock springs, lock casings, strike plates, lock escutcheons, lock actuators
What are common misclassifications for HS code 830160?
This code is often confused with finished locks (830110-830150) if the components are mistakenly considered complete, or with general metal parts (e.g., Chapter 73 for iron/steel articles) if their specific use in locks is not clearly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 830160?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 830160 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.2B, 31% of world exports), Germany ($451M) and the United States ($249M). World exports came to about $3.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 830160?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 830160 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($414M, 12% of world imports), Mexico ($404M) and Germany ($275M). World imports came to about $3.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 830160 structured?
HS code 830160 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (83) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (60) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 830160?
In Brazil, HS code 830160 is NCM 8301.60.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.