HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8302.20 – Castors; with mountings, of base metal
HS code 8302.20 is the 6-digit subheading for castors, with mountings, of base metal. It is used for swivel castors, fixed castors, braked castors, twin-wheel castors and furniture castors.
What HS 8302.20 covers
This category encompasses base metal castors, complete with their mountings, which are crucial components for mobility in a wide range of products. These items are fundamental in industries from furniture manufacturing and medical equipment to industrial carts and retail displays. Countries with large manufacturing bases for furniture, office equipment, and material handling solutions, such as China, the United States, Germany, and Japan, are primary importers. Exporters typically hail from nations with advanced metal fabrication and assembly capabilities, including China, Germany, Italy, and Taiwan, which produce a diverse range of castors from light-duty to heavy-duty industrial types. Key trade considerations include the castor's load capacity, wheel material (e.g., rubber, nylon, polyurethane), mounting type (plate, stem, threaded), braking mechanisms, and resistance to specific environments (e.g., high temperatures, chemicals). The market is driven by the constant need for ergonomic and mobile solutions in commercial, industrial, and residential settings, with a growing emphasis on durability and specialized features.
- Covers
- Swivel castors
- Fixed castors
- Braked castors
- Twin-wheel castors
- Furniture castors
- Industrial castors
- Medical equipment castors
- Plate mount castors
- Examples
- Tente Castors
- Blickle Wheels and Castors
- Colson Casters
- Shepherd Hardware Castors
- Caster Connection
Codes often confused with 8302.20
Common mistake. Sometimes confused with general "mountings" under 830249 if the castor's primary function as a mobility device isn't clearly identified. However, 830220 specifically targets castors with their base metal mountings.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 830220, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 830220 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.4% 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 $628M 51% of world exports
- 2 Germany $139M 11% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$57M 4.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $103M 9.4% of world imports
- 2 Germany $73M 6.6% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$53M 4.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.1B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 8302.20
Brazil does not split HS 8302.20: its NCM code is 8302.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 83.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8302.20
What is HS code 830220?
HS code 830220 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Castors; with mountings, of base metal. This category encompasses base metal castors, complete with their mountings, which are crucial components for mobility in a wide range of products. These items are fundamental in industries from furniture manufacturing and medical equipment to industrial carts and retail displays. Countries with large manufacturing bases for furniture, office equipment, and material handling solutions, such as China, the United States, Germany, and Japan, are primary importers. Exporters typically hail from nations with advanced metal fabrication and assembly capabilities, including China, Germany, Italy, and Taiwan, which produce a diverse range of castors from light-duty to heavy-duty industrial types. Key trade considerations include the castor's load capacity, wheel material (e.g., rubber, nylon, polyurethane), mounting type (plate, stem, threaded), braking mechanisms, and resistance to specific environments (e.g., high temperatures, chemicals). The market is driven by the constant need for ergonomic and mobile solutions in commercial, industrial, and residential settings, with a growing emphasis on durability and specialized features.
What products fall under HS code 830220?
Swivel castors, Fixed castors, Braked castors, Twin-wheel castors, Furniture castors, Industrial castors, Medical equipment castors, Plate mount castors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 830220?
Sometimes confused with general "mountings" under 830249 if the castor's primary function as a mobility device isn't clearly identified. However, 830220 specifically targets castors with their base metal mountings.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 830220?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 830220 in UN Comtrade data were China ($628M, 51% of world exports), Germany ($139M) and Taiwan (about $57M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 830220?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 830220 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($103M, 9.4% of world imports), Germany ($73M) and Vietnam (about $53M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 830220 structured?
HS code 830220 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (83) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 830220?
In Brazil, HS code 830220 is NCM 8302.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.