Ignition or starting equipment; generators n.e.c. in heading no. 8511, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines

HS v2017 Code: 851150

About ignition or starting equipment; generators n.e.c. in heading no. 8511, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines

hs code 851150 covers a critical component of the internal combustion engine industry - ignition and starting equipment. These systems are essential for the proper functioning of engines used in a wide range of applications, from automobiles to industrial machinery. The demand for these products is closely tied to the overall health of the global manufacturing and transportation sectors, making this a significant industry within the broader economy.

Production process

The production of ignition and starting equipment for internal combustion engines typically involves a combination of precision engineering, advanced electronics, and specialized manufacturing processes. Key steps include the fabrication of components such as spark plugs, ignition coils, and starter motors, as well as the assembly and testing of complete systems to ensure reliable performance.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 851150 industry include a variety of raw materials such as metals, plastics, and electronic components. Specialized machinery and tooling are also essential for the precise manufacturing of these products. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of designing, engineering, and assembling these complex systems.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 851150 industry are the ignition and starting components that are used in 840710 spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines and 840810 (compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines)). These products are then incorporated into a wide range of end-use applications, including automobiles, trucks, generators, and industrial equipment.

Revisions to 851150

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 851150. The most recent 1 version of this code (851150) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 851150 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for ignition or starting equipment; generators n.e.c. in heading no. 8511, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8511'>8511: Ignition or starting equipment; used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines; generators and cut outs used in conjunction with such engines</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851150'>851150: Ignition or starting equipment; generators n.e.c. in heading no. 8511, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851110'>851110: Ignition or starting equipment; spark plugs, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851120'>851120: Ignition or starting equipment; ignition magnetos, magneto-dynamos and magnetic flywheels, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851130'>851130: Ignition or starting equipment; distributors and ignition coils of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851140'>851140: Ignition or starting equipment; starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851180'>851180: Ignition or starting equipment; n.e.c. in heading no. 8511, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851190'>851190: Ignition or starting equipment; parts of the equipment of heading no. 8511, for use in spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines</a>"]

    

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