Weighing machines; scales for continuous weighing of goods on conveyors

HS v2017 Code: 842320

About weighing machines; scales for continuous weighing of goods on conveyors

hs code 842320 covers a critical component of modern logistics and supply chain management - weighing machines and scales for continuous weighing of goods on conveyors. These specialized instruments play a vital role in ensuring accurate measurement and monitoring of product weight throughout the import/export process, from production to transportation and delivery. Their importance extends across a wide range of industries, from manufacturing and agriculture to e-commerce and transportation, making them an integral part of the global economy.

Production process

Weighing machines and scales for continuous weighing on conveyors are typically produced using a combination of precision engineering, advanced electronics, and sophisticated software. The manufacturing process often involves the assembly of various components, including load cells, digital displays, and control systems. These components are carefully calibrated and integrated to provide reliable, accurate, and efficient weighing solutions for a variety of applications.

Production inputs

The production of hs code 842320 items requires a range of inputs, including specialized metal alloys for the load-bearing components, high-quality electronic components for the control systems, and advanced software for data processing and integration. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled technicians and engineers to design, assemble, and maintain these complex weighing systems. 842390 Parts of weighing machinery and 847989 Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter are among the key inputs consumed by this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of hs code 842320 is a diverse range of weighing machines and scales designed for continuous weighing of goods on conveyors. These products are essential for various industries, including 8428 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery, 8429 Self-propelled bulldozers, angledozers, graders, levelers, scrapers, mechanical shovels, excavators, shovel loaders, tamping machines and road rollers, and 8430 Other moving, grading, leveling, scraping, excavating, tamping, compacting, extracting or boring machinery, for earth, minerals or ores; pile-drivers and pile-extractors; snow-ploughs and snow-blowers. The accurate and reliable weighing data provided by these machines is crucial for efficient logistics, inventory management, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Revisions to 842320

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 842320. The most recent 1 version of this code (842320) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 842320 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for weighing machines; scales for continuous weighing of goods on conveyors

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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/v2017/8423'>8423: Weighing machines; excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5cg or better, including weight operated counting or checking machines and weights of all kinds</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842320'>842320: Weighing machines; scales for continuous weighing of goods on conveyors</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842310'>842310: Weighing machines; personal (including baby scales) and household scales</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842330'>842330: Weighing machines; constant weight scales and scales for discharging a predetermined weight of material into a bag or container, including hopper scales</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842381'>842381: Weighing machines; having a maximum weighing capacity not exceeding 30kg (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5cg or better)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842382'>842382: Weighing machines; having a maximum weighing capacity exceeding 30kg but not exceeding 5000kg</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842389'>842389: Weighing machines; having a maximum weighing capacity exceeding 5000kg</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842390'>842390: Weighing machines; weights of all kinds, parts of weighing machinery</a>"]

    

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