HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8303.00 – Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal

HS code 8303.00 is the 6-digit subheading for safes, armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal. It is used for fireproof safes, burglary safes, gun safes, vault doors and safe deposit boxes.

What HS 8303.00 covers

This HS code covers a range of secure storage solutions made from base metals, designed for protecting valuables, documents, and cash. This includes heavy-duty armored safes, strong-boxes, vault doors, and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms. These products are vital for banks, financial institutions, businesses, and residential users requiring high-level security against theft and fire. Importers are typically security system integrators, banks, and specialized distributors who cater to commercial and institutional clients. Exporters are often manufacturers with expertise in metal fabrication, advanced locking mechanisms, and security engineering. Key considerations include fire resistance ratings, burglary ratings (e.g., UL ratings), locking mechanisms (mechanical, electronic, biometric), and internal capacity, all of which drive market demand.

Covers
  • Fireproof safes
  • Burglary safes
  • Gun safes
  • Vault doors
  • Safe deposit boxes
  • Cash boxes
  • Deed boxes
  • Data safes
Examples
  • ChubbSafes
  • SentrySafe
  • Gardall Safes
  • Liberty Safes
  • Cannon Safes

Codes often confused with 8303.00

Common mistake. This code is specific to secure storage units. It should not be confused with general metal cabinets or office furniture (830400 or 9403), which lack the specialized security features.

8304.00Office equipment; filing cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays, paper rests, pen trays, office-stamp stands and similar office or desk equipment, of base metal, other than office furniture of heading no. 940394.03Furniture and parts thereof, n.e.c. in chapter 94

Top exporters and importers of HS code 830300, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 830300 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% 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. 1 China $598M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$104M
  3. 3 Netherlands $92M

World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $320M
  2. 2 Germany $134M
  3. 3 France $46M

World total: $1.3B 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. 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 8303.00

Brazil does not split HS 8303.00: its NCM code is 8303.00.00.

  1. 8303.00.00 Safes, strong-boxes, armoured doors, cash boxesCofres-fortes, portas blindadas e compartimentos para casas-fortes, cofres e caixas de segurança e artigos semelhantes, de metais comuns.

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 83.03 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 8303.00

What is HS code 830300?

HS code 830300 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal. This HS code covers a range of secure storage solutions made from base metals, designed for protecting valuables, documents, and cash. This includes heavy-duty armored safes, strong-boxes, vault doors, and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms. These products are vital for banks, financial institutions, businesses, and residential users requiring high-level security against theft and fire. Importers are typically security system integrators, banks, and specialized distributors who cater to commercial and institutional clients. Exporters are often manufacturers with expertise in metal fabrication, advanced locking mechanisms, and security engineering. Key considerations include fire resistance ratings, burglary ratings (e.g., UL ratings), locking mechanisms (mechanical, electronic, biometric), and internal capacity, all of which drive market demand.

What products fall under HS code 830300?

Fireproof safes, burglary safes, gun safes, vault doors, safe deposit boxes, cash boxes, deed boxes, data safes

What are common misclassifications for HS code 830300?

This code is specific to secure storage units. It should not be confused with general metal cabinets or office furniture (830400 or 9403), which lack the specialized security features.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 830300?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 830300 in UN Comtrade data were China ($598M, 39% of world exports), Vietnam (about $104M) and the Netherlands ($92M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 830300?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 830300 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($320M, 25% of world imports), Germany ($134M) and France ($46M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 830300 structured?

HS code 830300 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (83) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 830300?

In Brazil, HS code 830300 is NCM 8303.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.