Product classification
HS code for Eyelets: 8308.10
Hooks, eyes and eyelets, of base metal, of a kind used for clothing, footwear, awnings, handbags, travel goods or other made up articles.
Classification of eyelets under HS 8308.10
Eyelets made of base metal are classified under HS code 8308.10. This heading is specifically designed for miscellaneous articles of base metal used as findings, fasteners, or closures for clothing, footwear, awnings, and travel goods. The classification is driven by the functional utility and the material composition of the product. Under the Harmonized System, heading 8308 includes hooks, eyes, and eyelets. These items are typically used to reinforce holes in fabric, leather, or plastic, allowing laces, cords, or ropes to pass through without causing the material to fray or tear. The classification applies regardless of whether the eyelets are finished with decorative plating, lacquer, or coating, provided the core material is a base metal such as steel, brass, aluminum, or zinc. The essential character of the item is that of a hardware component for made-up articles. This code is vital for the textile and footwear industries, as it distinguishes functional hardware from purely decorative jewelry or heavy-duty industrial fasteners used in construction.
- Covers
- Brass eyelets for footwear and boots
- Steel eyelets for clothing and corsetry
- Aluminum eyelets for tarpaulins and awnings
- Metal grommets for handbags and luggage
- Base metal eyes used in conjunction with hooks for garments
- Also under 8308.10
- YKK eyelets
- Prym hooks and eyes
- ITW Nexus buckles
- various zipper pull hooks
- Dritz sewing hooks
- Scovill eyelets
Codes often confused with 8308.10
Common mistake. Eyelets are frequently misclassified under HS code 7318, which covers screws, bolts, and washers, due to their similar appearance to small washers. However, 8308 is the more specific heading for garment findings. They are also confused with HS code 3926.90 if they are made of plastic, as 8308 is strictly reserved for base metal articles.
Top exporters and importers of HS 830810 (the code used for eyelets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830810 (the code used for eyelets) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 74% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 16% 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 830810, not only eyelets.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.0B 74% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $62M 4.4% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $41M 3.0% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$155M 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Cambodia* ~$108M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Indonesia $65M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $991M 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 eyelets
Brazil classifies eyelets under NCM 8308.10.00: HS 8308.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about eyelets
What is the HS code for Eyelets?
The HS code for Eyelets is 830810 (Hooks, eyes and eyelets; of base metal, of a kind used for clothing, footwear, awnings, handbags, travel goods or other made up articles). The HS code for eyelets made of base metal is 8308.10.
How do I classify Eyelets for customs?
Eyelets is classified under HS code 830810 — Hooks, eyes and eyelets; of base metal, of a kind used for clothing, footwear, awnings, handbags, travel goods or other made up articles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the eyelets are made of plastic?
If the eyelets are made of plastic, they should be classified under HS code 3926.90 as other articles of plastics, not under Chapter 83.
Which countries are the top exporters of eyelets (HS 830810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830810 (the code used for eyelets) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.0B, 74% of world exports), Hong Kong ($62M) and South Korea ($41M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 eyelets (HS 830810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830810 (the code used for eyelets) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $155M, 16% of world imports), Cambodia (about $108M) and Indonesia ($65M). World imports came to about $991M, 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 Eyelets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830810 for Eyelets 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 eyelets in Brazil?
In Brazil, eyelets (HS 830810) is classified under NCM 8308.10.00.