Product classification
HS code for Indexing tags: 8305.90
Stationery, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, including parts, of base metal.
Classification of indexing tags under HS 8305.90
Indexing tags made of base metal are classified under HS code 8305.90. Heading 8305 covers a variety of office and stationery articles made of base metal, such as fittings for loose-leaf binders, paper clips, and letter corners. The classification of indexing tags here is based on the material composition (base metal) and the intended use (office or stationery). Under the Harmonized System, the material of construction is often the primary determinant for small articles. While indexing tags can be made of plastic or paper, those constructed from steel, brass, or other base metals are directed to Chapter 83. Subheading 8305.90 acts as the other category for articles that do not fall under the specific subheadings for binder fittings or staples. This classification includes tags that are designed to be clipped or slid onto the edges of pages, folders, or cards to facilitate organization and quick reference. The durability and metallic nature of these items distinguish them from disposable adhesive versions.
- Covers
- Metal index tabs
- Metal page markers
- Metal file signals
- Metal book markers with integrated clips
- Metal tab dividers for industrial filing
- Also under 8305.90
- Gem paper clips
- ACCO binder clips
- Officemate push pins
- Staples brand paper clips
- Fellowes paper clips
Codes often confused with 8305.90
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 3926.10, which covers plastic indexing tags and office supplies. If the tags are made of paper or paperboard, they should be classified under 4821 (labels) or 4823 (other paper articles). It is essential to verify the material composition before assigning the code, as 8305 is strictly for base metal articles.
Top exporters and importers of HS 830590 (the code used for indexing tags), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 830590 (the code used for indexing tags) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 76% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 830590, not only indexing tags.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $175M 76% of world exports
- 2 Slovenia $5.8M 2.5% of world exports
- 3 Germany $5.6M 2.4% of world exports
World total: $230M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $23M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $10M 5.4% of world imports
- 3 Japan $9.6M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $186M 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 indexing tags
Brazil classifies indexing tags under NCM 8305.90.00: HS 8305.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about indexing tags
What is the HS code for Indexing tags?
The HS code for Indexing tags is 830590 (Stationery; letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, including parts, of base metal). For indexing tags made of base metal, the HS code is 8305.90. Plastic versions are classified under 3926.10.
How do I classify Indexing tags for customs?
Indexing tags is classified under HS code 830590 — Stationery; letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, including parts, of base metal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are metal bookmarks included here?
If the metal bookmark functions as an indexing tag or clip for stationery use, it falls under 8305.90. Decorative bookmarks without clipping functions might be classified under 8306.
Which countries are the top exporters of indexing tags (HS 830590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 830590 (the code used for indexing tags) in UN Comtrade data were China ($175M, 76% of world exports), Slovenia ($5.8M) and Germany ($5.6M). World exports came to about $230M, 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 indexing tags (HS 830590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 830590 (the code used for indexing tags) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($23M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($10M) and Japan ($9.6M). World imports came to about $186M, 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 Indexing tags the same in all countries?
The base HS code 830590 for Indexing tags 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 indexing tags in Brazil?
In Brazil, indexing tags (HS 830590) is classified under NCM 8305.90.00.