Life-jackets and life-belts

HS v2017 Code: 630720

About life-jackets and life-belts

HS code 630720 covers the import and export of life-jackets and life-belts, which are essential safety equipment used in various maritime and water-based activities. This industry plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and protection of individuals engaged in water sports, boating, and other water-related pursuits. The demand for these products is driven by both regulatory requirements and the growing popularity of water-based recreational activities, making it an important segment within the broader textile and apparel industry.

Production process

The production of life-jackets and life-belts typically involves a combination of textile manufacturing and specialized assembly processes. Manufacturers often use durable, water-resistant fabrics such as nylon or polyester, which are cut and sewn into the desired shapes and sizes. The inclusion of buoyant materials, such as foam or inflatable chambers, is a key aspect of the manufacturing process, ensuring the products' ability to provide effective flotation support. Quality control and testing procedures are also crucial to ensure the products meet safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of life-jackets and life-belts include high-quality textile materials, such as nylon or polyester fabrics, as well as buoyant materials like foam or inflatable chambers. Specialized sewing machines, cutting equipment, and other manufacturing tools are also necessary for the production process. Additionally, manufacturers may require access to testing facilities and certifications to ensure their products meet safety standards set by regulatory bodies.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 630720 is life-jackets and life-belts, which are consumed by a variety of industries and end-users. These products are essential for 890310 Inflatable boats and 890391 Sailboats, with or without auxiliary motor operators, as well as participants in water sports and recreational activities. The output of this industry may also be used by 851220 Radar apparatus and 851230 Radio navigational aid apparatus manufacturers, who incorporate life-jackets and life-belts into their products.

Revisions to 630720

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 630720. The most recent 1 version of this code (630720) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 630720 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for life-jackets and life-belts

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/63'>63: Textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6307'>6307: Textiles; made up articles n.e.c. in chapter 63, including dress patterns</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/630720'>630720: Life-jackets and life-belts</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/630710'>630710: Cloths; floor cloths, dish-cloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/630790'>630790: Textiles; made up articles (including dress patterns), n.e.c. in chapter 63, n.e.c. in heading no. 6307</a>"]

    

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