Bells, gongs and the like; non-electric, statuettes, other ornaments, photograph, picture, similar frames, mirrors, of base metal

HS v2017 Code: 8306

About bells, gongs and the like; non-electric, statuettes, other ornaments, photograph, picture, similar frames, mirrors, of base metal

hs code 8306 covers a diverse range of decorative metal products, including bells, gongs, statuettes, frames, and mirrors. These items are primarily used for ornamental and aesthetic purposes, finding applications in both commercial and residential settings. The industry plays a significant role in the broader manufacturing sector, contributing to the production of a wide array of decorative accessories and home furnishings that enhance the visual appeal of living and working spaces.

Production process

The production of items under hs code 8306 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques, such as casting, stamping, and finishing processes. Manufacturers may utilize a range of materials, including brass, bronze, iron, and other base metals, to create the desired aesthetic and functional properties. Advanced techniques, such as electroplating or powder coating, may be employed to enhance the surface finish and durability of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 8306 items include raw metal materials, such as 7407 Copper bars and rods, 7408 Copper wire, and 7601 Unwrought aluminum. Additionally, manufacturers may utilize specialized tools, machinery, and equipment for shaping, joining, and finishing the metal components. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also essential for powering the various production processes.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the hs code 8306 industry are a diverse range of decorative metal products, including bells, gongs, statuettes, frames, and mirrors. These items are often used to enhance the aesthetic appeal of residential and commercial spaces, and may be consumed by a variety of downstream industries, such as 9403 Furniture, 9405 Lamps and lighting fittings, and 9406 Prefabricated buildings.

Family tree for bells, gongs and the like; non-electric, statuettes, other ornaments, photograph, picture, similar frames, mirrors, of base metal

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/83'>83: Metal; miscellaneous products of base metal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8306'>8306: Bells, gongs and the like; non-electric, statuettes, other ornaments, photograph, picture, similar frames, mirrors, of base metal</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8301'>8301: Padlocks and locks (key, combination, electrically operated) of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal, keys for any or the foregoing articles, of base metal</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8302'>8302: Base metal mountings, fittings and similar articles for furniture, doors, staircases, windows, trunks, chests etc, castors with mountings of base metal, automatic door closers of base metal</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8303'>8303: Safes; armoured or reinforced, strong-boxes, doors and safe deposit lockers for strong-rooms, cash or deed boxes and the like, of base metal</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8304'>8304: Office equipment; filing cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays and rests, pen trays, office-stamp stands and the like, of base metal, other than office furniture of heading no. 9403</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8305'>8305: Stationery; fittings for loose-leaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and the like, staples in strips (for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8307'>8307: Tubing; flexible, with or without fittings, of base metal</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8308'>8308: Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets etc for clothing &amp; accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist-watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery etc, tubular etc rivets, beads, spangles, of base metal</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8309'>8309: Stoppers, caps, lids (including crown corks, screw caps, pouring stoppers); capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packaging accessories, of base metal</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8310'>8310: Sign plates, name plates, address plates and similar plates, numbers, letters and other symbols, of base metal, excluding those of heading no. 9405</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8311'>8311: Wires, rods, tubes, plates, electrodes of base metal or metal carbides; of a kind used for soldering, brazing, welding; wires and rods for metal spraying</a>"]

    B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830610'>830610: Bells, gongs and the like; non-electric, of base metal</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830621'>830621: Statuettes and other ornaments; of base metal plated with precious metal</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830629'>830629: Statuettes and other ornaments; of base metal other than plated with precious metal</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/830630'>830630: Photograph, picture or similar frames, mirrors; of base metal</a>"]


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