HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8302.30 – Mountings, fittings and similar articles; for motor vehicles, of base metal
HS code 8302.30 is the 6-digit subheading for mountings, fittings and similar articles, for motor vehicles, of base metal. It is used for door latches, hood latches, trunk hinges, seatbelt buckles (metal parts) and engine mounting brackets.
What HS 8302.30 covers
This HS code covers a vast array of base metal mountings, fittings, and similar articles specifically designed for motor vehicles. These components are integral to a vehicle's structure, functionality, and interior/exterior aesthetics, ranging from door latches and seatbelt anchors to engine mounts and trim clips. The global automotive industry drives the trade in these goods, with major vehicle manufacturing nations like Germany, Japan, the United States, China, and Mexico being significant importers. Exporters are often countries with strong automotive supply chains and metal fabrication expertise, such as China, Germany, Japan, and South Korea. Key trade considerations include stringent quality control, compliance with automotive safety standards (e.g., ISO/TS 16949), material specifications (e.g., corrosion resistance, strength-to-weight ratio), and precise engineering for specific vehicle models. The market is highly competitive, characterized by long supply chain relationships and a constant demand for innovation in lightweighting and durability.
- Covers
- Door latches
- Hood latches
- Trunk hinges
- Seatbelt buckles (metal parts)
- Engine mounting brackets
- Exhaust hangers
- Window regulator mechanisms (metal parts)
- Interior trim clips
- Examples
- Magna International door latches
- Aisin door hinges
- Bosch automotive fittings
- Hella interior components
- ZF chassis mounts
Codes often confused with 8302.30
Common mistake. Can be confused with general base metal articles under 830249 if their specific automotive application isn't emphasized. It's crucial to classify under 830230 when the article is clearly "for motor vehicles."
Top exporters and importers of HS code 830230, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 830230 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 32% 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 United States $1.1B 19% of world exports
- 2 Germany $749M 13% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $626M 11% of world exports
World total: $5.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.6B 32% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $892M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $661M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $8.1B 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 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 8302.30
Brazil does not split HS 8302.30: its NCM code is 8302.30.00.
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 8302.30
What is HS code 830230?
HS code 830230 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Mountings, fittings and similar articles; for motor vehicles, of base metal. This HS code covers a vast array of base metal mountings, fittings, and similar articles specifically designed for motor vehicles. These components are integral to a vehicle's structure, functionality, and interior/exterior aesthetics, ranging from door latches and seatbelt anchors to engine mounts and trim clips. The global automotive industry drives the trade in these goods, with major vehicle manufacturing nations like Germany, Japan, the United States, China, and Mexico being significant importers. Exporters are often countries with strong automotive supply chains and metal fabrication expertise, such as China, Germany, Japan, and South Korea. Key trade considerations include stringent quality control, compliance with automotive safety standards (e.g., ISO/TS 16949), material specifications (e.g., corrosion resistance, strength-to-weight ratio), and precise engineering for specific vehicle models. The market is highly competitive, characterized by long supply chain relationships and a constant demand for innovation in lightweighting and durability.
What products fall under HS code 830230?
Door latches, Hood latches, Trunk hinges, Seatbelt buckles (metal parts), Engine mounting brackets, Exhaust hangers, Window regulator mechanisms (metal parts), Interior trim clips
What are common misclassifications for HS code 830230?
Can be confused with general base metal articles under 830249 if their specific automotive application isn't emphasized. It's crucial to classify under 830230 when the article is clearly "for motor vehicles."
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 830230?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 830230 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.1B, 19% of world exports), Germany ($749M) and South Korea ($626M). World exports came to about $5.6B, 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 830230?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 830230 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.6B, 32% of world imports), Mexico ($892M) and Germany ($661M). World imports came to about $8.1B, 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 830230 structured?
HS code 830230 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 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 830230?
In Brazil, HS code 830230 is NCM 8302.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.