Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal

HS v2017 Code: 8303

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
83	03	n/a

Code	8303
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	83

Ancestor Codes: Metal; miscellaneous products of base metal

This Code: Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal

Child Codes: Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): 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; Base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, trunks, chests etc, castors with mountings of base metal, automatic door closers of base metal; Office equipment; filing cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays and rests, pen trays, office-stamp stands and the like, of base metal, other than office furniture of heading no. 9403; Stationery; fittings for loose-leaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and the like, staples in strips (for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal; Bells, gongs and the like; non-electric, statuettes, other ornaments, photograph, picture, similar frames, mirrors, of base metal

About safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal

hs code 8303 covers a range of secure storage solutions made of base metal, including safes, armored or reinforced strong-boxes, doors and lockers for strong-rooms, and cash or deed boxes. These products play a crucial role in the protection of valuable assets, sensitive documents, and cash across various industries and sectors. As an essential component of security infrastructure, the 8303 product category is integral to the broader economy, ensuring the safekeeping of important financial and legal materials.

Production process

The production of items under hs code 8303 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques, such as cutting, bending, welding, and finishing. Manufacturers may use a variety of base metals, including steel, aluminum, or alloys, depending on the specific requirements of the product. Advanced manufacturing processes, such as computer-controlled machining and precision engineering, are often employed to ensure the durability, reliability, and tamper-resistance of these secure storage solutions.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 8303 items include base metal raw materials, such as steel sheets or plates, as well as specialized locking mechanisms, hinges, and other hardware components. Manufacturers may also utilize advanced materials, such as reinforced concrete or high-strength polymers, to enhance the security and protective features of their products. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, tools, and skilled labor to ensure the quality and precision of the final products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the hs code 8303 industry are a diverse range of secure storage solutions, including 8303 Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal, which are widely used in the banking, financial, and legal sectors, as well as by government agencies and private individuals for the safekeeping of valuable assets and sensitive information. The outputs of this industry may also be consumed by other related hs codes, such as 8304 Filing cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays, paper rests, pen trays, office-stamp stands and similar office or desk equipment, of base metal, other than office furniture of heading 9403.

Family tree for safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, 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/v2017/8303'>8303: Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal</a>"]

    A --> C["<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>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8302'>8302: Base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, trunks, chests etc, castors with mountings of base metal, automatic door closers of base metal</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8304'>8304: Office equipment; filing cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays and rests, pen trays, office-stamp stands and the like, of base metal, other than office furniture of heading no. 9403</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8305'>8305: Stationery; fittings for loose-leaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and the like, staples in strips (for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8306'>8306: Bells, gongs and the like; non-electric, statuettes, other ornaments, photograph, picture, similar frames, mirrors, of base metal</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8307'>8307: Tubing; flexible, with or without fittings, of base metal</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8308'>8308: Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets etc for clothing &amp; accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist-watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery etc, tubular etc rivets, beads, spangles, of base metal</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8309'>8309: Stoppers, caps, lids (including crown corks, screw caps, pouring stoppers); capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packaging accessories, of base metal</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8310'>8310: Sign plates, name plates, address plates and similar plates, numbers, letters and other symbols, of base metal, excluding those of heading no. 9405</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8311'>8311: Wires, rods, tubes, plates, electrodes of base metal or metal carbides; of a kind used for soldering, brazing, welding; wires and rods for metal spraying</a>"]

    B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830300'>830300: Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal</a>"]


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