HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8302.49 – Mountings, fittings and similar articles; suitable for other than buildings or furniture, of base metal
HS code 8302.49 is the 6-digit subheading for mountings, fittings and similar articles, suitable for other than buildings or furniture, of base metal. It is used for luggage buckles, belt buckles (base metal), saddlery fittings, machine guards (metal brackets) and appliance mounting brackets.
What HS 8302.49 covers
This "other" category for base metal mountings, fittings, and similar articles captures a diverse range of components not specifically designed for buildings (830241) or furniture (830242). This includes fittings for luggage, saddlery, machinery, appliances, and various industrial or consumer goods. Importers are widespread, encompassing countries with diverse manufacturing sectors, such as the United States, Germany, Japan, and Mexico, which require specialized fittings for their varied production lines. Exporters often come from nations with broad metal fabrication capabilities and flexible manufacturing, like China, Germany, Italy, and Taiwan. Key trade considerations include the specific application's requirements for strength, corrosion resistance, precision, and specialized finishes. This code acts as a catch-all for fittings that don't fit the more specific categories, making it crucial to understand the end-use of the article. The market is highly fragmented, driven by demand from numerous niche industries.
- Covers
- Luggage buckles
- Belt buckles (base metal)
- Saddlery fittings
- Machine guards (metal brackets)
- Appliance mounting brackets
- Display stand fittings
- Picture frame hangers
- Tool box latches
- Examples
- YKK metal buckles
- ITW Nexus metal hardware
- Southco latches
- Sugatsune industrial fittings
- Rittal enclosure accessories
Codes often confused with 8302.49
Common mistake. This is the residual category, so it's often confused with 830241 or 830242 if the item's primary use isn't clearly defined as "other." Careful consideration of the specific application is needed to avoid misclassification into the more specific categories.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 830249, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 830249 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 $1.2B 26% of world exports
- 2 China $762M 16% of world exports
- 3 Germany $379M 8.2% of world exports
World total: $4.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $777M 15% of world imports
- 2 France $303M 6.0% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $290M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $5.0B 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 8302.49
Brazil does not split HS 8302.49: its NCM code is 8302.49.00.
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 8302.49
What is HS code 830249?
HS code 830249 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Mountings, fittings and similar articles; suitable for other than buildings or furniture, of base metal. This "other" category for base metal mountings, fittings, and similar articles captures a diverse range of components not specifically designed for buildings (830241) or furniture (830242). This includes fittings for luggage, saddlery, machinery, appliances, and various industrial or consumer goods. Importers are widespread, encompassing countries with diverse manufacturing sectors, such as the United States, Germany, Japan, and Mexico, which require specialized fittings for their varied production lines. Exporters often come from nations with broad metal fabrication capabilities and flexible manufacturing, like China, Germany, Italy, and Taiwan. Key trade considerations include the specific application's requirements for strength, corrosion resistance, precision, and specialized finishes. This code acts as a catch-all for fittings that don't fit the more specific categories, making it crucial to understand the end-use of the article. The market is highly fragmented, driven by demand from numerous niche industries.
What products fall under HS code 830249?
Luggage buckles, Belt buckles (base metal), Saddlery fittings, Machine guards (metal brackets), Appliance mounting brackets, Display stand fittings, Picture frame hangers, Tool box latches
What are common misclassifications for HS code 830249?
This is the residual category, so it's often confused with 830241 or 830242 if the item's primary use isn't clearly defined as "other." Careful consideration of the specific application is needed to avoid misclassification into the more specific categories.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 830249?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 830249 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 26% of world exports), China ($762M) and Germany ($379M). World exports came to about $4.6B, 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 830249?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 830249 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($777M, 15% of world imports), France ($303M) and the United Kingdom ($290M). World imports came to about $5.0B, 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 830249 structured?
HS code 830249 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 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 830249?
In Brazil, HS code 830249 is NCM 8302.49.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.