Articles of gut (other than silk-worm gut), of goldbeater's skin, of bladders or of tendons

HS v2017 Code: 4206

About articles of gut (other than silk-worm gut), of goldbeater's skin, of bladders or of tendons

HS code 4206 covers a diverse range of products made from animal-derived materials, including gut, goldbeater's skin, bladders, and tendons. These specialized articles have a wide range of applications, from musical instrument components to medical and industrial uses. This industry plays a vital role in various sectors, contributing to the global economy through international trade and supporting niche manufacturing activities.

Production process

The production of articles under HS code 4206 typically involves specialized processing techniques. Raw materials, such as animal intestines, are carefully cleaned, treated, and shaped to create the desired products. Goldbeater's skin, for example, is produced by repeatedly beating and processing the outer membrane of the small intestine of an ox or other animal. Bladders and tendons may undergo similar preparation processes to ensure their durability and functionality for various applications.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the HS code 4206 industry include animal-derived raw materials, such as gut, goldbeater's skin, bladders, and tendons. These materials are sourced from various livestock and agricultural activities. Additionally, the industry may require specialized equipment and machinery for the processing and manufacturing of the final products.

Production outputs

The articles produced under HS code 4206 have a diverse range of applications. They are used in the production of musical instruments, particularly in the manufacturing of strings and other components. Additionally, these materials are utilized in medical and surgical applications, as well as in industrial processes. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by other industries, such as 4203 Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of leather or of composition leather, 9209 (Parts (for example, mechanisms for musical boxes) and accessories (for example, cards, discs and rolls for mechanical instruments) of musical instruments), and 9018 Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, including scintigraphic apparatus, other electro-medical apparatus and sight-testing instruments.

Family tree for articles of gut (other than silk-worm gut), of goldbeater's skin, of bladders or of tendons

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/42'>42: Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4206'>4206: Articles of gut (other than silk-worm gut), of goldbeater's skin, of bladders or of tendons</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4201'>4201: Saddlery and harness for any animal (including traces, leads, knee pads, muzzles, saddle cloths, saddle bags, dog coats and the like) of any material</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4202'>4202: Trunks; suit, camera, jewellery, cutlery cases; travel, tool, similar bags; wholly or mainly covered by leather, composition leather, plastic sheeting, textile materials, vulcanised fibre, paperboard</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4203'>4203: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of leather or of composition leather</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4205'>4205: Leather or composition leather articles n.e.c. in chapter 42</a>"]

    B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420600'>420600: Articles of gut (other than silk-worm gut), of goldbeater's skin, of bladders or of tendons</a>"]


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