Locks; (other than those for motor vehicles or furniture), (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal

HS v2017 Code: 830140

About locks; (other than those for motor vehicles or furniture), (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal

hs code 830140 covers a wide range of locks, excluding those used for motor vehicles or furniture. These locks are made of base metal and can be operated by key, combination, or electricity. They play a crucial role in securing various types of doors, cabinets, and other enclosures, making them an essential component in the broader hardware and security industry. The global market for these locks is driven by the increasing demand for secure and reliable locking solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

Production process

The production of locks under hs code 830140 typically involves a series of metalworking processes. This includes stamping, casting, or machining the base metal components, such as the lock body, latch, and internal mechanisms. The components are then assembled and tested to ensure proper functioning. Depending on the specific design, the locks may also undergo additional finishing processes, such as plating or painting, to enhance their durability and aesthetic appeal.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of locks under hs code 830140 include base metals, such as steel, brass, or aluminum, as well as various mechanical components like springs, pins, and tumblers. Specialized machinery, such as stamping presses, CNC machines, and assembly equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to design, engineer, and assemble the locks to meet the required standards and specifications.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by hs code 830140 is a diverse range of locks, including deadbolts, padlocks, cabinet locks, and other security hardware. These locks are then consumed by a variety of downstream industries, such as 442100 Furniture and related product manufacturing, 236000 Construction of buildings, and 423700 Hardware, and plumbing and heating equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers, where they are used to secure doors, cabinets, and other enclosures.

Revisions to 830140

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 830140. The most recent 1 version of this code (830140) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 830140 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for locks; (other than those for motor vehicles or furniture), (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/83'>83: Metal; miscellaneous products of base metal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8301'>8301: Padlocks and locks (key, combination, electrically operated) of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal, keys for any or the foregoing articles, of base metal</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830140'>830140: Locks; (other than those for motor vehicles or furniture), (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830110'>830110: Padlocks; (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830120'>830120: Locks; of a kind used for motor vehicles (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830130'>830130: Locks; of a kind used for furniture (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830150'>830150: Clasps and frames with clasps; incorporating locks, of base metal</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830160'>830160: Locks; parts of padlocks, locks, clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830170'>830170: Keys; presented separately, of base metal</a>"]

    

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