Heading 8301

Padlocks and locks (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps, incorporating locks, of base metal; keys and parts of any of the foregoing articles, of base metal

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Heading 8301 covers base metal padlocks and locks of every kind, including key, combination and electrically operated locks, plus clasps and frames with clasps that incorporate a lock. It also covers base metal keys presented separately and base metal parts of these articles. The heading splits first by article type: padlocks, motor vehicle locks, furniture locks, other locks (luggage and door locks), clasps, parts, and keys.

Products in this heading

Keyed brass padlocks with a pin tumbler cylinder
Combination padlocks for gym lockers
Vinyl coated cable locks for bicycles
Ignition and door lock sets for motor vehicles
Cam locks for desk drawers and filing cabinets
TSA accepted luggage locks
Residential entry locksets and deadbolts
Blanks and cut keys shipped separately as spare keys

How to choose the right subheading

Article type first: padlock, motor vehicle lock, furniture lock, luggage lock, door lock, clasp, part, or key.
For padlocks, whether the mechanism is of cylinder or pin tumbler construction or not.
For padlocks, the width of the lock body in centimeters, using the 3.8 cm and 6.4 cm break points.
For non-padlock locks, the intended use: motor vehicle, furniture, luggage, or interior and exterior doors.
For parts and keys, whether the metal is copper or a copper alloy, and whether keys are presented separately.

Often confused with

Door handles, hinges and automatic door closers
Mountings and fittings for doors are classified in 8302; a lock must be the article itself to fall in 8301.
Heading 8302
Buckles and clasps for bags or clothing with no lock
Clasps that do not incorporate a locking mechanism belong to the clothing and leather goods fittings heading.
Heading 8308
Tamper evident seals, caps and stoppers
Packing accessories and seals of base metal are classified in 8309, not as locks.
Heading 8309
A padlock shipped as a fitted accessory of a handbag or suitcase
Goods presented as part of a complete article are generally classified with that article rather than separately.

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for a padlock?

It depends on the mechanism and body width. A cylinder or pin tumbler padlock over 3.8 cm but not over 6.4 cm in width is 8301.10.80.00, with a general (MFN) rate of 4.8%.

What is the duty on luggage locks?

Luggage locks are classified under 8301.40.30.00 and carry a general (MFN) rate of 3.1%.

How do I classify a cam lock for a desk drawer?

Cam locks and other locks suitable for chests, drawers and similar items fall under 8301.30.00.60, dutiable at a general (MFN) rate of 5.7%.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.