Distilling or rectifying plant; not used for domestic purposes

HS v2017 Code: 841940

About distilling or rectifying plant; not used for domestic purposes

hs code 841940 covers the classification of distilling or rectifying plant equipment, which is essential for various industrial processes. These specialized systems play a crucial role in the production and refinement of a wide range of chemicals, fuels, and other valuable commodities. As a key component of many manufacturing and processing industries, the demand for this equipment is closely tied to the overall health and growth of the global economy.

Production process

Distilling or rectifying plant equipment typically involves a multi-stage process to separate and purify various substances. The main techniques employed include fractional distillation, which utilizes differences in boiling points to isolate individual components, and rectification, which further refines the distilled products to achieve higher purity levels. These systems often incorporate advanced sensors, control mechanisms, and specialized materials to ensure efficient and precise operation.

Production inputs

The production of distilling or rectifying plant equipment requires a range of raw materials, including various metals, alloys, and specialized components. Manufacturers may also rely on advanced manufacturing technologies, such as computer-aided design (CAD) and computer numerical control (CNC) machining, to fabricate the intricate parts and assemblies. Additionally, the industry depends on a skilled workforce capable of designing, engineering, and assembling these complex systems.

Production outputs

Distilling or rectifying plant equipment is primarily used in industries that require the separation, purification, or concentration of various substances, such as 220110 Distilled, rectified and condensed alcoholic beverages, 271011 Light oils and preparations, and 281410 Anhydrous ammonia. The output of this industry supports a wide range of downstream applications, contributing to the production of fuels, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and other essential commodities.

Revisions to 841940

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 841940. The most recent 1 version of this code (841940) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 841940 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for distilling or rectifying plant; not used for domestic purposes

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/84'>84: Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8419'>8419: Machinery, plant (not domestic), or laboratory equipment; electrically heated or not, (excluding items in 85.14) for the treatment of materials by a process involving change of temperature; including instantaneous or non electric storage water heaters</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841940'>841940: Distilling or rectifying plant; not used for domestic purposes</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841911'>841911: Heaters; instantaneous gas water heaters, for domestic or other purposes</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841919'>841919: Heaters; instantaneous or storage water heaters, non-electric, other than instantaneous gas water heaters</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841920'>841920: Sterilizers; for medical, surgical or laboratory use, not used for domestic purposes</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841931'>841931: Dryers; for agricultural products, not used for domestic purposes</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841932'>841932: Dryers; for wood, paper pulp, paper or paperboard, not used for domestic purposes</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841939'>841939: Dryers; for products n.e.c. in heading no. 8419, not used for domestic purposes</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841950'>841950: Heat exchange units; not used for domestic purposes</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841960'>841960: Machinery; for liquefying air or gas, not used for domestic purposes</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841981'>841981: Machinery, plant and equipment; for making hot drinks, for cooking or heating food</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841989'>841989: Machinery, plant and laboratory equipment; for treating materials by change of temperature, other than for making hot drinks or cooking or heating food</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/841990'>841990: Machinery, plant and laboratory equipment; parts of equipment for treating materials by a process involving a change of temperature</a>"]

    

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