HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8302.42 – Mountings, fittings and similar articles; suitable for furniture of base metal
HS code 8302.42 is the 6-digit subheading for mountings, fittings and similar articles, suitable for furniture of base metal. It is used for drawer slides, cabinet handles, furniture connectors, bed frame fittings and table leg brackets.
What HS 8302.42 covers
This HS code covers base metal mountings, fittings, and similar articles specifically designed for furniture. These components are vital for the assembly, functionality, and aesthetic appeal of various furniture pieces, ranging from cabinet handles and drawer slides to bed fittings and table leg brackets. Major importers include countries with large furniture manufacturing industries and significant consumer markets for furniture, such as the United States, Germany, the UK, and Canada. Exporters are typically nations with strong metalworking capabilities and efficient furniture component production, notably China, Germany, Italy, and Taiwan. Key trade considerations include material quality (e.g., steel, zinc alloy, aluminum), finish (e.g., chrome, matte black, brushed brass), load-bearing capacity, ease of installation, and design compatibility with modern furniture trends. The market is driven by global furniture production, interior design trends, and the continuous demand for both ready-to-assemble and custom-made furniture.
- Covers
- Drawer slides
- Cabinet handles
- Furniture connectors
- Bed frame fittings
- Table leg brackets
- Shelf pins
- Wardrobe rails (metal parts)
- Adjustable feet for furniture
- Examples
- Hettich drawer slides
- Blum Tandembox drawer systems
- Hafele furniture connectors
- Sugatsune cabinet pulls
- Grass Nova Pro drawer systems
Codes often confused with 8302.42
Common mistake. Can be confused with 830241 (mountings for buildings) if the item could potentially be used in both, but the primary design intent for furniture is key for 830242. It's also distinct from 830210 (hinges) which are a specific type of fitting.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 830242, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 830242 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 $3.9B 40% of world exports
- 2 Austria $1.4B 14% of world exports
- 3 Germany $1.1B 11% of world exports
World total: $9.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $812M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 Poland $613M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $8.7B 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 8302.42
Brazil does not split HS 8302.42: its NCM code is 8302.42.00.
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 8302.42
What is HS code 830242?
HS code 830242 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Mountings, fittings and similar articles; suitable for furniture of base metal. This HS code covers base metal mountings, fittings, and similar articles specifically designed for furniture. These components are vital for the assembly, functionality, and aesthetic appeal of various furniture pieces, ranging from cabinet handles and drawer slides to bed fittings and table leg brackets. Major importers include countries with large furniture manufacturing industries and significant consumer markets for furniture, such as the United States, Germany, the UK, and Canada. Exporters are typically nations with strong metalworking capabilities and efficient furniture component production, notably China, Germany, Italy, and Taiwan. Key trade considerations include material quality (e.g., steel, zinc alloy, aluminum), finish (e.g., chrome, matte black, brushed brass), load-bearing capacity, ease of installation, and design compatibility with modern furniture trends. The market is driven by global furniture production, interior design trends, and the continuous demand for both ready-to-assemble and custom-made furniture.
What products fall under HS code 830242?
Drawer slides, Cabinet handles, Furniture connectors, Bed frame fittings, Table leg brackets, Shelf pins, Wardrobe rails (metal parts), Adjustable feet for furniture
What are common misclassifications for HS code 830242?
Can be confused with 830241 (mountings for buildings) if the item could potentially be used in both, but the primary design intent for furniture is key for 830242. It's also distinct from 830210 (hinges) which are a specific type of fitting.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 830242?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 830242 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.9B, 40% of world exports), Austria ($1.4B) and Germany ($1.1B). World exports came to about $9.7B, 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 830242?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 830242 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 13% of world imports), Germany ($812M) and Poland ($613M). World imports came to about $8.7B, 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.
How is HS code 830242 structured?
HS code 830242 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 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 830242?
In Brazil, HS code 830242 is NCM 8302.42.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.