Heading 8301
HTS code 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
- Tariff lines
- 19
- General duty
- General duty rates from 2.3% to 6.1%
Tariff lines under heading 8301
Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.
| HTS code | Description | General rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8301.10.2000 | Not over 3.8 cm in width (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 > Padlocks > Not of cylinder or pin tumbler construction) | 2.3% | doz. |
| 8301.10.4000 | Over 3.8 cm but not over 6.4 cm in width (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 > Padlocks > Not of cylinder or pin tumbler construction) | 3.8% | doz. |
| 8301.10.5000 | Over 6.4 cm in width (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 > Padlocks > Not of cylinder or pin tumbler construction) | 3.6% | doz. |
| 8301.10.6020 | Lock bodies containing hardened steel components with attached (or insertable) flexible cable composed of wire strands and hardened steel beads (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 > Padlocks > Of cylinder or pin tumbler construction > Not over 3.8 cm in width) | 6.1% | doz. |
| 8301.10.6080 | Other (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 > Padlocks > Of cylinder or pin tumbler construction > Not over 3.8 cm in width) | 6.1% | doz. |
| 8301.10.8000 | Over 3.8 cm but not over 6.4 cm in width (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 > Padlocks > Of cylinder or pin tumbler construction) | 4.8% | doz. |
| 8301.10.9000 | Over 6.4 cm in width (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 > Padlocks > Of cylinder or pin tumbler construction) | 4.2% | doz. |
| 8301.20.0030 | Non-integral steering wheel immobilizer devices (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 > Locks of a kind used on motor vehicles) | 5.7% | doz. |
| 8301.20.0060 | Other (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 > Locks of a kind used on motor vehicles) | 5.7% | kg |
| 8301.30.0060 | Cam locks and other locks suitable for use with chests, drawers and similar items (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 > Locks of a kind used for furniture) | 5.7% | kg |
| 8301.30.0090 | Other (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 > Locks of a kind used for furniture) | 5.7% | kg |
| 8301.40.3000 | Luggage locks (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 > Other locks) | 3.1% | doz. |
| 8301.40.6030 | Door locks, locksets and other locks suitable for use with interior or exterior doors (except garage, overhead or sliding doors) (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 > Other locks > Other) | 5.7% | kg |
| 8301.40.6060 | Other (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 > Other locks > Other) | 5.7% | kg |
| 8301.50.0000 | Clasps and frames with clasps, incorporating locks (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) | 3.1% | kg |
| 8301.60.0010 | Of copper or copper alloys (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 > Parts) | 2.8% | kg |
| 8301.60.0060 | Other (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 > Parts) | 2.8% | kg |
| 8301.70.0010 | Of copper or copper alloys (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 > Keys presented separately) | 4.5% | kg |
| 8301.70.0060 | Other (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 > Keys presented separately) | 4.5% | kg |
Documents required to import under 8301
Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.
- Commercial InvoiceRequired
- Packing ListRequired
- Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
- CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
- CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
- Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional
Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500
Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety
- Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional
Required for ocean freight only
Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port
- Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional
Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP
One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment
- Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional
Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries
Common questions
- What is HTS code 8301?
- HTS heading 8301 covers 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. It sits in Chapter 83 (miscellaneous metal articles) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 19 tariff lines.
- What is the duty rate for HTS 8301?
- General duty rates from 2.3% to 6.1%. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
- How many digits does a full HTS code have?
- US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 8301 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.
Related headings in Chapter 83
- 8302Base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles suitable for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, blinds, coachwork, saddlery, trunks, chests, caskets or the like; base metal hat racks, hat-pegs, brackets and similar fixtures; castors with mountings of base metal; automatic door closers of base metal; and base metal parts thereof
- 8303Armored or reinforced safes, strong-boxes and doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, and parts thereof, of base metal
- 8304Desk-top filing or card-index cabinets, paper trays, paper rests, pen trays, office-stamp stands and similar office or desk equipment and parts thereof, of base metal, other than office furniture of heading 9403
- 8305Fittings for looseleaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, and parts thereof, of base metal; staples in strips (for example, for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal
- 8306Bells, gongs and the like, nonelectric, of base metal; statuettes and other ornaments, of base metal; photograph, picture or similar frames, of base metal; mirrors of base metal; and base metal parts thereof
- 8307Flexible tubing of base metal, with or without fittings
- 8308Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal, of a kind used for clothing or clothing accessories, footwear, jewelry, wrist watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods or saddlery or for other made up articles; tubular or bifurcated rivets, of base metal; beads and spangles, of base metal
- 8309Stoppers, caps and lids (including crown corks, screw caps and pouring stoppers), capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packing accessories, and parts thereof, of base metal