Helicopters; of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg

HS v2017 Code: 880212

About helicopters; of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg

hs code 880212 covers the import and export of large helicopters, typically used for commercial and military applications. This industry plays a crucial role in the global transportation and defense sectors, providing essential mobility solutions for a wide range of operations, from passenger and cargo transport to search and rescue missions. As a high-value, technologically advanced segment of the aviation industry, the trade in these heavy-lift helicopters is an important contributor to the broader economy.

Production process

The production of large helicopters covered under hs code 880212 involves a complex and highly specialized manufacturing process. Key steps include the fabrication of the airframe, the assembly of the rotor system, the integration of the engine and transmission, and the installation of avionics and other specialized equipment. Advanced materials, precision engineering, and stringent quality control measures are essential to ensure the safety and performance of these aircraft.

Production inputs

The manufacture of 880212 helicopters; of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg requires a range of specialized inputs, including high-strength lightweight alloys for the airframe, advanced composite materials for the rotor blades, and powerful turbine engines. Specialized machinery and tooling, as well as a highly skilled workforce, are also critical inputs for this industry. Additionally, the production process relies on a robust supply chain of components and subsystems from a network of specialized suppliers.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by hs code 880212 is large, heavy-lift helicopters. These aircraft are used in a variety of applications, including commercial passenger and cargo transport, emergency medical services, search and rescue operations, and military operations. The output of this industry may be consumed by other industries, such as 880211 helicopters; of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg, 880320 Parts of goods of heading 8801 or 8802, and 880240 Aeroplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000 kg.

Revisions to 880212

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 880212. The most recent 1 version of this code (880212) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 880212 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for helicopters; of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/88'>88: Aircraft, spacecraft and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8802'>8802: Aircraft n.e.c. in heading no. 8801 (e.g. helicopters, aeroplanes); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/880212'>880212: Helicopters; of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/880211'>880211: Helicopters; of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/880220'>880220: Aeroplanes and other aircraft; of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/880230'>880230: Aeroplanes and other aircraft; of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg but not exceeding 15,000kg</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/880240'>880240: Aeroplanes and other aircraft; of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/880260'>880260: Spacecraft; (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles</a>"]

    

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