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HSN code 8308 covers a diverse range of small metal components essential for assembling or finishing various articles. This heading encompasses items like clasps, buckles, hooks, eyes, eyelets, and similar fittings designed for use in clothing, footwear, leather goods, travel accessories, books, and even jewellery. It also includes tubular and bifurcated rivets, as well as beads and spangles made of base metals. Procurement teams, accountants, and Customs House Agents (CHAs) need to correctly classify these items, as they are distinct from bulk industrial metals. While MetaleMart specializes in raw industrial metals, understanding 8308 is crucial for identifying finished components that might complement manufactured goods. Accurate classification under 8308 ensures correct import duties and GST application in India.

What HSN 8308 Covers

HSN 8308 is specifically designated for a variety of small, finished metal articles used as fasteners, closures, or decorative elements. This heading explicitly includes clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets, and other similar items of base metal (such as iron, steel, aluminium, copper, brass, nickel, zinc etc.). These are intended for a wide array of applications, including use on clothing, clothing accessories, footwear, jewellery, wristwatches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, and saddlery. Importantly, HSN 8308 also covers tubular or bifurcated rivets of base metal, which are distinct from solid nails or screws. Furthermore, beads and spangles made from base metals fall under this classification. The key differentiator is that these are generally ready-to-use components, not raw or semi-finished metal forms. Exclusions typically include articles falling under other specific headings, such as plastic-based accessories (Chapter 39) or those made of precious metals (Chapter 71). It also excludes bulk industrial metal forms like wire, rods, sheets, or pipes (Chapters 72-81), which MetaleMart's catalog primarily features.

Common Materials & Grades under HSN 8308

Brass Clasps & Buckles: Commonly used in leather goods and fashion accessories, often with antique or polished finishes.
Stainless Steel Eyelets & Hooks: Durable and corrosion-resistant, favoured for apparel, curtains, and bags.
Aluminium Rivets (Tubular/Bifurcated): Lightweight rivets used in footwear, upholstery, and light fabrication.
Copper/Copper Alloy Beads & Spangles: Decorative elements for jewellery, crafts, and textile embellishments.
Mild Steel (Plated) Clasps & Snaps: Cost-effective options for garments and accessories, often nickel or zinc plated.
Zinc Alloy Buckles: Popular for belts and bags, offering a good balance of strength and cost.

Trade Names & Synonyms

Shoe Hooks
Garment Clasps
Bag Buckles
Eyelets / Grommets
Jean Rivets
Snap Fasteners
Decorative Beads
Trouser Hooks

Typical Industrial Uses

Apparel Manufacturing (Fasteners, Buttons, Eyelets)
Footwear Industry (Buckles, Eyelets, Rivets)
Leather Goods & Accessories (Buckles, Clasps)
Luggage & Travel Bags (Closures, Hooks)
Bookbinding (Eyelets, Clasps)
Jewellery & Crafting (Beads, Spangles, Small Clasps)
Home Furnishings (Curtain Hooks, Awning Fittings)
Saddlery & Harness Making (Buckles, Hooks)

GST Rate (Indicative)

Products classified under HSN 8308, such as metal clasps, hooks, eyelets, and similar accessories, typically fall under the 18% GST slab. However, exceptions may apply, and it is crucial for buyers and sellers to verify the exact GST rate on the official CBIC portal.

Related HSN Codes

8301: Locks and padlocks of base metal; with or without keys; builders' hardware of base metal.
8302: Base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles suitable for furniture, doors, floors, windows, etc.
8307: Flexible tubing of base metal, whether or not with fittings.
7317: Nails, tacks, drawing pins, etc. of iron or steel. (Distinguished from 8308 rivets).
7319: Needles, knitting needles, crochet hooks, bodkins, embroidery stilettos etc. of iron or steel.

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Frequently Asked Questions about HSN 8308

Does MetaleMart sell products under HSN 8308?

HSN 8308 primarily covers small metal fittings used for various articles, not bulk industrial metals. While MetaleMart supplies raw metals like Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminium, buyers seeking finished clasps, hooks, or eyelets would typically source these from specialized hardware or accessory manufacturers, not a B2B industrial metals marketplace like MetaleMart. Ensure your material is indeed a finished article under 8308, not a raw metal form.

What is the difference between HSN 8308 and HSNs for raw metals like 72xx, 73xx, 74xx, 76xx?

HSN 8308 covers items like clasps, buckles, hooks, eyelets, rivets, beads, and spangles made of base metal. These are distinct from the raw metal forms (like bars, sheets, pipes) listed under Chapters 72-76 and 79-81, which MetaleMart specializes in. For example, a stainless steel sheet (HSN 7219) is raw material, while a stainless steel buckle (HSN 8308) is a finished accessory.

What is the standard GST rate for HSN 8308?

The typical GST rate for HSN 8308 for items like buckles, hooks, and eyelets is generally 18%. However, this can vary based on the specific article and its composition. Importers and suppliers must verify the exact classification and applicable GST rate on the official CBIC portal for accurate duty and tax calculation.

What are typical MOQs for products under HSN 8308 in India?

For HSN 8308, suppliers on MetaleMart would typically categorize their products as finished accessories. This means they might sell in smaller lots, often in dozens, grosses, or specific piece counts, rather than metric tonnes common for industrial metals. MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) depends heavily on the specific item and manufacturer.