Product classification
HS code for Car locks: 8301.20
Locks, of a kind used for motor vehicles (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal.
Classification of car locks under HS 8301.20
Car locks are classified under HS code 8301.20. This classification is situated within Chapter 83, which encompasses miscellaneous articles of base metal. Heading 8301 covers padlocks and locks (key, combination, or electrically operated), of base metal, as well as clasps and frames with clasps, incorporating locks. Subheading 8301.20 is specifically designated for locks of a kind used for motor vehicles. The classification is based on the function of the article and its material composition; the lock must be primarily made of base metal (such as steel, brass, or zinc alloy). Even if the lock is electrically operated, as is common in modern central locking systems, it remains under this heading provided the locking mechanism itself is mechanical and made of metal. This follows the principle that specific vehicle components are classified by their function when a dedicated subheading exists in the miscellaneous metal articles chapter.
- Covers
- Ignition locks for motor vehicles
- Door locks for cars and trucks
- Trunk and tailgate locks
- Glove compartment locks
- Central locking system actuators (mechanical metal components)
- Key-operated steering column locks
- Also under 8301.20
- Bosch ignition lock
- Hella car door lock
- Valeo trunk lock
- U-Haul trailer hitch lock
- Ford OEM door lock actuator
Codes often confused with 8301.20
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 8708.99, which is a general category for parts and accessories of motor vehicles. However, because heading 8301 specifically mentions locks, it takes precedence over the general vehicle parts heading. Additionally, purely electronic key fobs without a mechanical lock body may be classified under 8526.92 (radio remote control apparatus) or 8536.50 (switches).
Top exporters and importers of HS 830120 (the code used for car locks), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830120 (the code used for car locks) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% 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 830120, not only car locks.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $506M 14% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $468M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $427M 12% of world exports
World total: $3.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $863M 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $459M 13% of world imports
- 3 Japan $193M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $3.5B 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 locks
Brazil classifies car locks under NCM 8301.20.00: HS 8301.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about car locks
What is the HS code for Car locks?
The HS code for Car locks is 830120 (Locks; of a kind used for motor vehicles (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal). The HS code for locks of a kind used for motor vehicles, made of base metal, is 8301.20.
How do I classify Car locks for customs?
Car locks is classified under HS code 830120 — Locks; of a kind used for motor vehicles (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the keys?
Yes, if the keys are presented with the locks, they are classified together under this code. If keys are shipped separately, they may still fall under 8301.70.
Which countries are the top exporters of car locks (HS 830120)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830120 (the code used for car locks) in UN Comtrade data were China ($506M, 14% of world exports), Mexico ($468M) and Germany ($427M). World exports came to about $3.6B, 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 locks (HS 830120)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830120 (the code used for car locks) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($863M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($459M) and Japan ($193M). World imports came to about $3.5B, 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.
Is the HS code for Car locks the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830120 for Car locks 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 locks in Brazil?
In Brazil, car locks (HS 830120) is classified under NCM 8301.20.00.