Clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints)

HS v2017 Code: 848360

About clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints)

hs code 848360 covers the production and trade of clutches and shaft couplings, including universal joints. These components play a crucial role in the transmission of power and motion within a wide range of industrial machinery and equipment. They are essential for the smooth and efficient operation of various mechanical systems, from automotive applications to industrial manufacturing processes. The global clutches and shaft couplings market is a significant contributor to the broader machinery and equipment industry, supporting the functioning of diverse sectors such as 841000 Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers and 870000 Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof.

Production process

The production of clutches and shaft couplings typically involves a combination of precision engineering, metalworking, and assembly techniques. Manufacturers often utilize advanced machining processes, such as turning, milling, and grinding, to shape the individual components that make up these devices. The components are then carefully assembled, ensuring proper alignment and functionality. In some cases, heat treatment or surface finishing processes may be applied to enhance the durability and performance of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of clutches and shaft couplings include various types of metals, such as steel, aluminum, and brass, as well as specialized bearings, seals, and other hardware components. Manufacturers also rely on advanced machinery and tools, including CNC machines, welding equipment, and precision measurement instruments, to ensure the high-quality and consistent production of these critical components.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of hs code 848360 are the clutches and shaft couplings themselves, which are then consumed by a wide range of industries and applications. These components are essential for the proper functioning of machinery and equipment, including 841000 Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers, 870000 Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof, and 842000 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery. The global demand for clutches and shaft couplings is driven by the ongoing need for reliable and efficient power transmission solutions across various industrial sectors.

Revisions to 848360

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 848360. The most recent 1 version of this code (848360) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 848360 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints)

    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/v2017/8483'>8483: Transmission shafts (including cam and crank) and cranks; bearing housings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers; flywheels and pulleys; clutches and shaft couplings</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848360'>848360: Clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848310'>848310: Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848320'>848320: Bearing housings, incorporating ball or roller bearings</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848330'>848330: Bearing housings, not incorporating ball or roller bearings and plain shaft bearings</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848340'>848340: Gears and gearing; (not toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately); ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848350'>848350: Pulleys and flywheels, including pulley blocks</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/848390'>848390: Transmission components; toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts</a>"]

    

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