Printing machinery; flexographic

HS v2017 Code: 844316

About printing machinery; flexographic

hs code 844316 covers the classification of flexographic printing machinery, a critical component of the global printing and packaging industry. Flexographic printing is a widely used technique that employs flexible relief plates to transfer ink onto a variety of substrates, including paper, plastic, and metal. This versatile technology plays a vital role in the production of packaging materials, labels, and other printed products that are essential to modern supply chains and consumer markets.

Production process

The key production techniques involved in flexographic printing machinery include the use of flexible photopolymer printing plates, which are mounted on rotating cylinders. Ink is transferred from an anilox roller to the printing plate, and then onto the substrate as it passes through the press. Precise control of ink volume, plate pressure, and web tension are critical to achieving high-quality, consistent prints. Advancements in digital prepress, automated registration, and inline finishing have further enhanced the capabilities of flexographic printing equipment.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of flexographic printing machinery include specialized components such as printing cylinders, anilox rollers, doctor blades, and inking systems. High-quality materials like stainless steel, chrome-plated surfaces, and engineered polymers are often used to ensure durability and precision. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced software, control systems, and skilled technicians to design, manufacture, and maintain these complex printing machines.

Production outputs

The primary output of hs code 844316 is flexographic printing machinery, which is used to produce a wide range of printed materials, including 481910 Labels, 482110 Corrugated boxes, 482020 Folding cartons, and 481190 Other printed packaging materials. These products are then consumed by various industries, such as 470100 Pulp and paper, 222220 Plastics, and 332999 Miscellaneous fabricated metal products.

Revisions to 844316

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 844316. The most recent 1 version of this code (844316) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 844316 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for printing machinery; flexographic

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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/v2017/8443'>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/v2017/844316'>844316: Printing machinery; flexographic</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/v2017/844315'>844315: Printing machinery; letterpress, other than reel-fed, excluding flexographic printing</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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