Lifts and skip hoists

HS v2017 Code: 842810

About lifts and skip hoists

hs code 842810 covers the classification of lifts and skip hoists, which are essential equipment used in various industries for vertical transportation of materials, goods, and people. These specialized machines play a crucial role in enhancing productivity, efficiency, and safety in a wide range of applications, from construction and mining to warehousing and manufacturing. As a key component of material handling systems, lifts and skip hoists contribute significantly to the smooth operation and growth of the global economy.

Production process

The production of lifts and skip hoists involves a combination of engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing techniques, and strict quality control measures. Manufacturers typically start with the design and engineering phase, where they determine the specific requirements, load capacities, and safety features of the equipment. This is followed by the fabrication of the structural components, such as the frame, platform, and lifting mechanism, using materials like steel, aluminum, or specialized alloys. The assembly process involves the integration of electrical and mechanical systems, including motors, gears, brakes, and control systems, to ensure smooth and reliable operation. Finally, rigorous testing and inspection procedures are carried out to ensure the safety and performance of the final product.

Production inputs

The production of lifts and skip hoists requires a range of inputs, including raw materials 720810 Steel, electrical components 854430 Electrical transformers, static converters and inductors, and specialized machinery 842839 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, engineering expertise, and advanced manufacturing technologies to design, fabricate, and assemble these complex systems.

Production outputs

Lifts and skip hoists produced under hs code 842810 are primarily used in various industries, such as construction 940320 Furniture for other places, mining 842952 Machinery for earth, stone, ores, etc., warehousing 842890 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery, and manufacturing 842839 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery. These specialized machines are essential for the efficient movement of materials, goods, and personnel, contributing to the overall productivity and competitiveness of the industries they serve.

Revisions to 842810

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 842810. The most recent 1 version of this code (842810) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 842810 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for lifts and skip hoists

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/84'>84: Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8428'>8428: Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery; n.e.c. in heading no. 8425, 8426 or 8427 (e.g. lifts, escalators, conveyors, teleferics)</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842810'>842810: Lifts and skip hoists</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842820'>842820: Elevators and conveyors; pneumatic</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842831'>842831: Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods and materials, specially designed for underground use, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842832'>842832: Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, bucket type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842833'>842833: Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, belt type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842839'>842839: Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20, 8428.31, 8428.32 or 8428.33</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842840'>842840: Escalators and moving walkways</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842860'>842860: Teleferics, chair-lifts, ski-draglines, traction mechanisms for funiculars</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842890'>842890: Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery; n.e.c. in heading no. 8425, 8426, 8427 or 8428</a>"]

    

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class E level6
class F level6
class G level6
class H level6
class I level6
class J level6
class K level6

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