Cards with magnetic strips or chip

CPC v2.1 Code: 479

About cards with magnetic strips or chip

cpc code 479 covers the production and manufacturing of cards with magnetic strips or chips. These cards are a critical component of the global financial and payment systems, enabling secure and efficient electronic transactions. They are used in a wide range of applications, including credit and debit cards, identification cards, access control systems, and more. The cards with magnetic strips or chips industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, facilitating seamless financial transactions and enabling the smooth flow of commerce.

Production process

The production of cards with magnetic strips or chips involves several key steps. First, the base material, typically plastic or PVC, is cut and shaped into the desired card form. Next, the magnetic strip or chip is embedded into the card, ensuring secure and reliable data storage and transmission. The cards then undergo a series of quality control checks and personalization processes, such as the addition of account information, logos, and security features. Finally, the finished cards are packaged and distributed to financial institutions, retailers, and other end-users.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of cards with magnetic strips or chips include the base materials (plastic or PVC), magnetic strips or chips, specialized machinery for card production and personalization, and skilled labor. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced technologies, such as data encryption and security protocols, to ensure the integrity and safety of the cards and the transactions they facilitate.

Production outputs

The primary output of the cards with magnetic strips or chip industry is, of course, the cards themselves. These cards are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 521 Banking and Financial Services, 522 Retail and Wholesale Trade, and 561 Administrative and Support Services, among others. The cards enable secure and efficient electronic transactions, supporting the broader economy and facilitating the flow of commerce.

Family tree for cards with magnetic strips or chip

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/47'>47: Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/479'>479: Cards with magnetic strips or chip</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/471'>471: Electronic valves and tubes; electronic components; parts thereof</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/472'>472: Television and radio transmitters; television, video and digital cameras; telephone sets</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/473'>473: Radio broadcast and television receivers; apparatus for sound and video recording and reproducing; microphones, loudspeakers, amplifiers, etc.</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/474'>474: Parts for the goods of classes 4721 to 4733 and 4822</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/475'>475: Disks, tapes, solid-state non-volatile storage devices and other media, not recorded</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/476'>476: Audio, video and other disks, tapes and other physical media, recorded</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/478'>478: Packaged software</a>"]

    C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4791'>4791: Cards with a magnetic stripe</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4792'>4792: "Smart cards"</a>"]


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