408 Home Services

Locksmiths

Definition

Repair and open locks, make keys, change locks and safe combinations, and install and repair safes.

W-2 Filing Instructions

Enter "408" in Box 14b (TTOC). Report qualified tips in Box 12 using Code TP.

Also Known As

Safe Installer Key Maker Lock Technician

Related SOC Codes

49-9094

Common Examples

Safe installer, key maker

No Tax on Tips eligibility

Locksmiths are on the Treasury's tipped-occupation list, so tips earned in this role can qualify for the No Tax on Tips federal deduction — up to $25,000 per year in qualified tips for tax years 2025–2028 (income limits apply; FICA taxes still apply to tips).

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FAQ: TTOC code 408

What is TTOC code 408?

TTOC code 408 is the Treasury Tipped Occupation Code for locksmiths. Repair and open locks, make keys, change locks and safe combinations, and install and repair safes.

Where does TTOC code 408 go on the W-2?

Enter "408" in Box 14b (TTOC). Report qualified tips in Box 12 using Code TP.

Do locksmiths qualify for the No Tax on Tips deduction?

Yes — locksmiths (TTOC 408) are on the Treasury's tipped-occupation list, which defines the occupations eligible for the No Tax on Tips deduction of up to $25,000 per year in qualified tips (2025–2028, income limits apply). FICA taxes still apply to tips.

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