Connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables

HS v2017 Code: 853670

About connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables

hs code 853670 covers the production and trade of connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles, and optical fibre cables. These components are essential for the efficient transmission of data and telecommunications signals across global networks. As the demand for high-speed, reliable internet and data services continues to grow, the importance of this industry in supporting the broader digital economy cannot be overstated.

Production process

The production of optical fibre connectors typically involves precision engineering and advanced manufacturing techniques. Key steps include the fabrication of the connector housing, the installation of the optical fibre interface, and the integration of any additional features such as locking mechanisms or environmental seals. Automated assembly lines and quality control measures are often employed to ensure consistent product performance and reliability.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of optical fibre connectors include specialized optical-grade plastics or metals for the connector housing, optical fibres or fibre bundles, and various fasteners and sealing components. Highly skilled technicians and engineers are also a critical input, as the assembly and testing of these connectors requires a high degree of technical expertise.

Production outputs

The primary output of hs code 853670 is the optical fibre connector itself, which is then consumed by a range of other industries and applications. These include 851711 Telephone sets, 851762 Machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, and 854420 Optical fibre cables, among others. The connectors facilitate the integration of optical fibre technology into a wide variety of telecommunications, data networking, and industrial automation systems.

Revisions to 853670

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 853670. The most recent 1 version of this code (853670) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 853670 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables

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    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/v2017/8536'>8536: Electrical apparatus for switching, protecting electrical circuits, for making connections to or in electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853670'>853670: Connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853610'>853610: Electrical apparatus; fuses, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853620'>853620: Electrical apparatus; automatic circuit breakers, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853630'>853630: Electrical apparatus; for protecting electrical circuits, n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853641'>853641: Electrical apparatus; relays, (for a voltage not exceeding 60 volts)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853649'>853649: Electrical apparatus; relays, for a voltage exceeding 60 volts</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853650'>853650: Electrical apparatus; switches n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853661'>853661: Electrical apparatus; lamp-holders, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853669'>853669: Electrical apparatus; plugs and sockets, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853690'>853690: Electrical apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]

    

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