Product classification
HS code for Automotive fittings: 8302.30
Mountings, fittings and similar articles, for motor vehicles, of base metal.
Classification of automotive fittings under HS 8302.30
Automotive fittings are classified under HS code 830230. This classification specifically covers mountings, fittings, and similar articles made of base metal, which are designed for use in motor vehicles. The critical aspects for this classification are the material composition (base metal), the nature of the articles as fittings or mountings, and their dedicated application within the automotive industry. This code ensures that components specifically manufactured for vehicle integration, serving functions such as securing, articulating, or enhancing interior/exterior utility, are appropriately categorized.
- Covers
- Base metal door hinges for motor vehicles
- Trunk latches and catches of base metal for cars
- Seat belt anchors and guides of base metal
- Window regulators and mechanisms of base metal for automotive use
- Interior trim clips and fasteners of base metal for vehicles
- Also under 8302.30
- Magna International door latches
- Aisin door hinges
- Bosch automotive fittings
- Hella interior components
- ZF chassis mounts
Codes often confused with 8302.30
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for automotive fittings can arise from their material or general nature. HS code 830210 covers hinges of base metal generally, but if the hinges are specifically designed and identifiable for motor vehicles, 830230 is more appropriate. Similarly, 830242 covers other mountings, fittings, and similar articles for furniture, highlighting the importance of the 'for motor vehicles' criterion. It is also crucial to differentiate these base metal fittings from broader 'parts and accessories of motor vehicles' found in Chapter 87 (e.g., 8708). While related, 830230 is more specific to the type of article (fittings/mountings) and material (base metal), whereas Chapter 87 covers a wider range of vehicle components, often more complex or functional than simple fittings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 830230 (the code used for automotive fittings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830230 (the code used for automotive fittings) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 830230, not only automotive fittings.
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 automotive fittings
Brazil classifies automotive fittings under NCM 8302.30.00: HS 8302.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about automotive fittings
What is the HS code for Automotive fittings?
The HS code for Automotive fittings is 830230 (Mountings, fittings and similar articles; for motor vehicles, of base metal). The HS code for automotive fittings is 830230. This code applies to mountings, fittings, and similar articles made of base metal that are specifically designed for use in motor vehicles.
How do I classify Automotive fittings for customs?
Automotive fittings is classified under HS code 830230 — Mountings, fittings and similar articles; for motor vehicles, of base metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What material types are covered under HS 830230 for automotive fittings?
HS code 830230 specifically covers automotive fittings made of "base metal." This includes common metals such as iron, steel, copper, aluminum, zinc, and their alloys. Fittings made from plastics, rubber, or other non-base metal materials would be classified under different HS codes relevant to their material composition or specific function.
Which countries are the top exporters of automotive fittings (HS 830230)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830230 (the code used for automotive fittings) 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 automotive fittings (HS 830230)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830230 (the code used for automotive fittings) 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.
Is the HS code for Automotive fittings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830230 for Automotive fittings is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for automotive fittings in Brazil?
In Brazil, automotive fittings (HS 830230) is classified under NCM 8302.30.00.