Product classification
HS code for Car hardware: 8302.30
Mountings, fittings and similar articles, for motor vehicles, of base metal.
Classification of car hardware under HS 8302.30
Car hardware is classified under HS code 8302.30, which covers base metal mountings, fittings, and similar articles suitable for motor vehicles. This classification is governed by the Section XV notes of the Harmonized System, which define "parts of general use." Even though these items are used exclusively on vehicles, Note 2 to Section XV specifies that articles of heading 8302 are excluded from the "parts of vehicles" categories in Chapter 87. Instead, they are classified based on their material composition (base metal) and their function as hardware. This ensures that items like hinges, brackets, and handles are grouped together by their physical nature rather than being scattered across various industry-specific chapters. The classification relies on General Interpretative Rule 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes.
- Covers
- Base metal door handles for cars and trucks
- Window regulator mechanisms made of steel or alloy
- Metal hinges for vehicle doors, hoods, and trunks
- Seat adjustment rails and reclining mechanisms
- Decorative chrome-plated trim strips of base metal
- Sun visor brackets and fittings
- 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. A frequent error is classifying these items under HS code 8708, which covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles. However, Section XV, Note 2 of the HS nomenclature explicitly states that "parts of general use" (such as hinges and mountings) are excluded from Chapter 87. Another common mistake involves plastic hardware; if a door handle is made primarily of plastics, it must be classified under heading 3926 rather than 8302. Additionally, lock mechanisms with keys are classified under 8301, not 8302, even if they are for vehicles. Confusing these codes can lead to incorrect duty assessments and delays in customs clearance.
Top exporters and importers of HS 830230 (the code used for car hardware), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830230 (the code used for car hardware) 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 car hardware.
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 car hardware
Brazil classifies car hardware 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 car hardware
What is the HS code for Car hardware?
The HS code for Car hardware is 830230 (Mountings, fittings and similar articles; for motor vehicles, of base metal). The primary HS code for base metal car hardware, including mountings and fittings, is 8302.30. This code is specific to articles used for motor vehicles.
How do I classify Car hardware for customs?
Car hardware 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.
Are electronic actuators classified under 8302.30?
No, electronic actuators or motors used to power window regulators or locks are generally classified under heading 8501 (electric motors) or as part of an electronic assembly in 8543, depending on their complexity and function.
Which countries are the top exporters of car hardware (HS 830230)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830230 (the code used for car hardware) 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 car hardware (HS 830230)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830230 (the code used for car hardware) 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 Car hardware the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830230 for Car hardware 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 car hardware in Brazil?
In Brazil, car hardware (HS 830230) is classified under NCM 8302.30.00.