Product classification
HS code for Bifurcated rivets: 8308.20
Rivets, tubular or bifurcated, of base metal.
Classification of bifurcated rivets under HS 8308.20
Bifurcated rivets are classified under HS code 8308.20 because they are specifically identified as tubular or bifurcated rivets made of base metal. Unlike general-purpose fasteners, these items are categorized within Chapter 83, which covers miscellaneous articles of base metal. The classification is guided by General Interpretative Rule (GIR) 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings. Heading 8308 specifically includes clasps, buckles, and rivets used for clothing, footwear, awnings, or travel goods. Bifurcated rivets, characterized by their split shanks designed to be spread apart after insertion, are distinct from solid rivets. The material composition is typically steel, brass, or copper, but the functional design as a bifurcated fastener for light-duty applications in leather or textiles ensures its placement in this specific subheading rather than the general fastener headings of Chapter 73.
- Covers
- Steel bifurcated rivets for luggage
- Brass-plated split rivets for leatherwork
- Bifurcated fasteners for stationery folders
- Decorative bifurcated rivets for footwear
- Heavy-duty bifurcated rivets for industrial belts
- Also under 8308.20
- POP Rivets
- Avdel Rivets
- Southco Rivets
- Stanley Engineered Fastening
- Böllhoff Rivets
Codes often confused with 8308.20
Common mistake. Bifurcated rivets are frequently misclassified under HS code 7318.23, which covers non-threaded rivets of iron or steel. While 7318.23 is a general code for rivets, HS code 8308.20 is more specific for tubular or bifurcated types. According to the principle of specificity in classification, the more specific description (8308.20) takes precedence over the general description (7318.23). Additionally, if the rivets are made of aluminum, they might be incorrectly placed in 7616.10, but the bifurcated design still points toward 8308 if they are intended for the applications described in that heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 830820 (the code used for bifurcated rivets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830820 (the code used for bifurcated rivets) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 11% 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 830820, not only bifurcated rivets.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $219M 25% of world exports
- 2 Germany $149M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $148M 17% of world exports
World total: $883M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $101M 11% of world imports
- 2 France $90M 10% of world imports
- 3 China $58M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $886M 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 bifurcated rivets
Brazil classifies bifurcated rivets under NCM 8308.20.00: HS 8308.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bifurcated rivets
What is the HS code for Bifurcated rivets?
The HS code for Bifurcated rivets is 830820 (Rivets; tubular or bifurcated, of base metal). The primary HS code for bifurcated rivets of base metal is 8308.20.
How do I classify Bifurcated rivets for customs?
Bifurcated rivets is classified under HS code 830820 — Rivets; tubular or bifurcated, of base metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include solid rivets?
No, solid rivets are generally classified under heading 7318 for iron/steel or 7415 for copper, as they lack the tubular or split-shank design required for 8308.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of bifurcated rivets (HS 830820)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830820 (the code used for bifurcated rivets) in UN Comtrade data were China ($219M, 25% of world exports), Germany ($149M) and the United States ($148M). World exports came to about $883M, 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 bifurcated rivets (HS 830820)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830820 (the code used for bifurcated rivets) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($101M, 11% of world imports), France ($90M) and China ($58M). World imports came to about $886M, 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 Bifurcated rivets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830820 for Bifurcated rivets 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 bifurcated rivets in Brazil?
In Brazil, bifurcated rivets (HS 830820) is classified under NCM 8308.20.00.