Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, non-coniferous

HS v2017 Code: 440612

About wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, non-coniferous

HS code 440612 covers the classification of non-coniferous wood railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) that have not been impregnated. These sleepers play a crucial role in the construction and maintenance of railway and tramway infrastructure, providing a stable foundation for the tracks. As a key component of transportation networks, the demand for these sleepers is closely tied to the growth and development of the rail industry, both for new construction and the replacement of aging infrastructure.

Production process

The production of non-impregnated, non-coniferous railway or tramway sleepers typically involves the harvesting and processing of suitable timber species. The logs are cut to the required lengths, and any necessary shaping or finishing is done to ensure the sleepers meet the necessary dimensional and quality specifications. The sleepers may undergo treatments such as seasoning or preservative application, depending on the intended use and environmental conditions.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of HS code 440612 sleepers include non-coniferous timber, such as oak, beech, or pine, as well as specialized machinery for cutting, shaping, and finishing the sleepers. Additional inputs may include preservatives or other treatment chemicals, depending on the specific requirements of the end-use application.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 440612 is non-impregnated, non-coniferous railway or tramway sleepers. These sleepers are then consumed by the 853010 Railway signalling equipment and 860610 Railway or tramway freight cars industries, which use them in the construction and maintenance of rail infrastructure.

Revisions to 440612

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 440612. The most recent 1 version of this code (440612) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 440612 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, non-coniferous

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/44'>44: Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4406'>4406: Railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/440612'>440612: Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, non-coniferous</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/440611'>440611: Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, coniferous</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/440691'>440691: Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), impregnated, coniferous</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/440692'>440692: Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), impregnated, non-coniferous</a>"]

    

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