Pens, pencils, stamps, typewriter or similar ribbons, ink-pads and similar articles

CPC v2.1 Code: 3891

About pens, pencils, stamps, typewriter or similar ribbons, ink-pads and similar articles

cpc code 3891 covers a diverse range of office and stationery products that are essential for everyday business and personal use. This industry plays a vital role in supporting the administrative and communication needs of various sectors, from education and government to commercial and industrial enterprises. The products within this classification contribute to the smooth functioning of offices, schools, and households, making them an integral part of the broader economy.

Production process

The production of the items covered under cpc code 3891 typically involves a combination of manual and automated processes. Pens and pencils are often manufactured through the assembly of various components, including the barrel, tip, and ink or lead. Stamps are produced by engraving or molding the desired design onto a durable material, such as rubber or metal. Typewriter and similar ribbons are created by coating a fabric or plastic material with ink, which is then spooled and encased in a protective housing. Ink-pads are made by soaking an absorbent material, such as felt or foam, with ink and enclosing it in a suitable container.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of cpc code 3891 items include a variety of raw materials, such as plastics, metals, fabrics, and inks. Specialized machinery, such as injection molding machines, printing presses, and assembly lines, are also essential for the efficient and high-quality manufacturing of these products. Additionally, skilled labor, including designers, engineers, and production workers, is necessary to ensure the quality and consistency of the final products.

Production outputs

The products covered under cpc code 3891 are primarily used as office and stationery supplies, supporting the administrative and communication needs of various industries. These items are often consumed by 8211 Education services, 8411 (General (overall) public administration services), and 8421 Administrative services of national defence, as well as by commercial and industrial enterprises across a wide range of sectors. The outputs of this industry also serve the needs of individual consumers for personal and household use.

Family tree for pens, pencils, stamps, typewriter or similar ribbons, ink-pads and similar articles

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3'>3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/38'>38: Furniture; other transportable goods n.e.c.</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/389'>389: Other manufactured articles n.e.c.</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3891'>3891: Pens, pencils, stamps, typewriter or similar ribbons, ink-pads and similar articles</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3892'>3892: Umbrellas, sun-umbrellas, walking-sticks, seat-sticks, whips, riding-crops, buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press-studs, slide fasteners and parts thereof; button blanks</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3893'>3893: Linoleum</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3894'>3894: Photographic plates, film, paper, paperboard and textiles, exposed</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3895'>3895: Motion picture film, exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating sound track or consisting only of sound track</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3896'>3896: Paintings, drawings and pastels; original engravings, prints and lithographs; original sculptures and statuary, in any material; postage or revenue stamps, stamp-postmarks, first-day covers, postal stationery (stamped paper) and the like; collections and collectors' pieces of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, historical, ethnographic or numismatic interest; antiques</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3897'>3897: Human hair; wool or other animal hair or other textile materials; wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like; articles of human hair n.e.c.; horsehair</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3899'>3899: Other articles</a>"]

    D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/38911'>38911: Pens, duplicating stylos, pencils, pen-holders, pencil-holders and similar holders, and parts thereof; crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals and chalks</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/38912'>38912: Date, sealing or numbering stamps, and the like, designed for operating in the hand; hand-operated composing sticks and hand printing sets incorporating such sticks; typewriter or similar ribbons, prepared for giving impressions; ink-pads</a>"]


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    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



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class B level2
class C level3
class D level4
class E level4
class F level4
class G level4
class H level4
class I level4
class J level4
class K level4
class L level5
class M level5

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