8301.30.00 - Locks of a kind used for furniture

This HTS category, 8301.30.00, specifically addresses locks designed for use with furniture. This includes a wide array of locking mechanisms intended for applications such as cabinets, chests, drawers, desks, and other furniture items. The primary distinguishing feature of these locks is their intended function and typical mounting within or on furniture structures, differentiating them from locks designed for other specific purposes.

While the broader heading 8301 encompasses various types of locks, this particular subheading narrows the scope to furniture-specific applications. It is distinct from sibling categories like padlocks (8301.10), locks for motor vehicles (8301.20.00), or general "other locks" (8301.40). Furthermore, it does not include clasps and frames with locks (8301.50.00.00) or parts of locks (8301.60.00.00). The classification here hinges on the lock's design and its intended integration with furniture.

Within this category, subheadings further refine the classification. 8301.30.00.60 covers cam locks and other locks specifically suited for chests, drawers, and similar furniture components, highlighting a common type of furniture lock. The remaining items fall under 8301.30.00.90 for "Other," encompassing furniture locks not falling into the more specific cam lock category. These subdivisions allow for precise identification based on the lock's mechanism and exact furniture application.