Graders and levellers

HS v2017 Code: 842920

About graders and levellers

hs code 842920 covers graders and levellers, which are essential equipment used in various construction and infrastructure projects. These machines play a crucial role in site preparation, road construction, and earthmoving operations, helping to create a smooth and level surface for further development. As a key component of the heavy equipment industry, graders and levellers contribute significantly to the overall growth and progress of the construction sector, which is a vital driver of economic development.

Production process

Graders and levellers are typically manufactured using a combination of advanced engineering techniques and durable materials. The production process often involves the fabrication of the main frame, the installation of the blade and other attachments, and the integration of the engine, transmission, and hydraulic systems. Precision engineering and quality control measures are essential to ensure the machines' reliability, efficiency, and safety during operation.

Production inputs

The production of graders and levellers requires a range of inputs, including high-quality steel for the frame and components, specialized hydraulic systems, and advanced electronic control systems. Additionally, the manufacturing process relies on skilled labor, specialized tools and equipment, and a robust supply chain to source the necessary raw materials and components.

Production outputs

Graders and levellers produced under hs code 842920 are primarily used in construction, infrastructure development, and earthmoving projects. Their output is consumed by a wide range of industries, including 460000 Construction and 630000 Transportation and Storage. These machines are essential for tasks such as road building, site preparation, and land levelling, making them an integral part of the broader construction and infrastructure ecosystem.

Revisions to 842920

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 842920. The most recent 1 version of this code (842920) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 842920 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for graders and levellers

    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/v2017/8429'>8429: Bulldozers, graders, levellers, scrapers, angledozers, mechanical shovels, excavators, shovel loaders, tamping machines and road rollers, self-propelled</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842920'>842920: Graders and levellers</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842911'>842911: Bulldozers and angledozers; self-propelled, track laying</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842919'>842919: Bulldozers and angledozers; self-propelled, other than track laying</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842930'>842930: Scrapers; self-propelled</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842940'>842940: Tamping machines and road rollers; self-propelled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842951'>842951: Front-end shovel loaders</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842952'>842952: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders; with a 360 degree revolving super structure</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842959'>842959: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders; n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50</a>"]

    

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