Printing machinery; letterpress, other than reel-fed, excluding flexographic printing

HS v2017 Code: 844315

About printing machinery; letterpress, other than reel-fed, excluding flexographic printing

hs code 844315 covers a range of printing machinery used in the commercial printing industry. This equipment is essential for producing high-quality printed materials such as books, magazines, brochures, and other publications. The printing machinery described by this code plays a crucial role in the broader economy, supporting the dissemination of information, marketing, and the production of various commercial and educational materials.

Production process

The main production techniques for the printing machinery under hs code 844315 involve the use of letterpress printing technology. This process utilizes raised surfaces on printing plates to transfer ink onto the substrate, typically paper or other materials. The printing plates are inked, and then the substrate is pressed against them to create the desired printed image. This method is well-suited for producing high-quality, detailed prints with consistent ink coverage and sharp edges.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the production of printing machinery under hs code 844315 include specialized metal components, such as printing plates, rollers, and other mechanical parts. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced electronic controls, software, and sensors to ensure precise operation and consistent print quality. The manufacturing process also requires skilled technicians and engineers to design, assemble, and maintain the printing equipment.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by hs code 844315 is the printing machinery itself, which is then sold to commercial printing companies, publishing houses, and other businesses that require high-quality printing capabilities. The printing machinery produced under this code may be used in conjunction with other related equipment, such as 844311 Printing machinery; reel-fed, for printing text and images and 844312 Printing machinery; offset, for printing text and images, to create a comprehensive printing workflow.

Revisions to 844315

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 844315. The most recent 1 version of this code (844315) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 844315 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for printing machinery; letterpress, other than reel-fed, excluding flexographic printing

    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/v2017/8443'>8443: Printing machinery; used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 84.42; other printers, copying machines and facsimile machines, whether or not combined; parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844315'>844315: Printing machinery; letterpress, other than reel-fed, excluding flexographic printing</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844311'>844311: Printing machinery; offset, reel-fed</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844312'>844312: Printing machinery; offset, sheet-fed, office type (sheet size not exceeding 22 x 36cm in the unfolded state)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844313'>844313: Printing machinery; offset, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.1</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844314'>844314: Printing machinery; letterpress, reel-fed, excluding flexographic printing</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844316'>844316: Printing machinery; flexographic</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844317'>844317: Printing machinery; gravure</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844319'>844319: Printing machinery; used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 84.42, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.1</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844331'>844331: Printing, copying, and facsimile machines; machines which perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying or facsimile transmission, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844332'>844332: Printing, copying, and facsimile machines; single-function printing, copying or facsimile machines, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844339'>844339: Printing, copying, and facsimile machines; single-function printing, copying or facsimile machines, not capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844391'>844391: Printing machinery used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 8442; parts and accessories</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/844399'>844399: Printing machinery; parts and accessories, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.91</a>"]

    

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