Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; telephone answering machines
HS v2017 Code: 851950
About sound recording or reproducing apparatus; telephone answering machines
hs code 851950 covers a diverse range of electronic devices used for sound recording, reproduction, and communication. This industry plays a vital role in the modern information and entertainment landscape, enabling the storage, transmission, and playback of audio content. The products within this classification are essential components in a wide array of consumer electronics, professional audio equipment, and telecommunications systems, making it a significant contributor to the broader electronics and technology sectors.
Production process
The manufacturing of products under hs code 851950 typically involves a combination of precision engineering, electronic assembly, and advanced software integration. Key production steps may include the fabrication of specialized components such as microphones, speakers, and circuit boards, as well as the integration of these elements into finished devices. Automated assembly lines, surface-mount technology, and rigorous quality control measures are often employed to ensure the consistent performance and reliability of these products.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of hs code 851950 items include a range of electronic components, such as integrated circuits, transistors, capacitors, and resistors. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized materials like plastics, metals, and advanced polymers for the construction of housings, casings, and other structural elements. Sophisticated software and firmware are also integral inputs, enabling the complex functionality and user interfaces of these devices. Highly skilled technicians and engineers are necessary to design, assemble, and test the final products.
Production outputs
The outputs of hs code 851950 include a diverse array of sound recording and reproducing devices, such as 851932 audio cassette players, 851920 magnetic tape recorders, and 851810 microphones. These products are widely used in the consumer electronics, professional audio, and telecommunications industries, serving as key components in 851830 amplifiers, 851840 loudspeakers, and 851821 telephone sets, among others. The versatility of these devices ensures their integration into a broad range of applications, from home entertainment systems to industrial communication networks.
Revisions to 851950
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 851950. The most recent 1 version of this code (851950) is in the HS v2017 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 851950.
Older versions
- HS v2012:
Family tree for sound recording or reproducing apparatus; telephone answering machines
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/v2017/8519'>8519: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus</a>"] B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851950'>851950: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; telephone answering machines</a>"] B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851920'>851920: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment</a>"] B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851930'>851930: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; turntables (record-decks)</a>"] B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851981'>851981: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media, n.e.c. in item no 8519.20, 8519.30 or 8519.50</a>"] B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851989'>851989: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no 8519</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level2 class B level4 class C level6 class D level6 class E level6 class F level6 class G level6 class C highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class C highlight