Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs; comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use

HS v2017 Code: 900630

About cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs; comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use

hs code 900630 covers a diverse range of specialized photographic cameras used in various industries and applications. These cameras play a crucial role in fields such as underwater exploration, aerial surveying, medical diagnostics, and forensic investigations. Their ability to capture high-quality images in challenging environments makes them indispensable tools for scientific research, public safety, and technological advancement.

Production process

The production of cameras under hs code 900630 involves a combination of precision engineering, advanced optics, and specialized manufacturing techniques. These cameras are typically designed and assembled by skilled technicians, with a focus on durability, reliability, and performance. The manufacturing process often includes the integration of specialized lenses, waterproof housings, and advanced electronic components to ensure the cameras can withstand the demands of their intended use.

Production inputs

The production of cameras under hs code 900630 requires a range of specialized inputs, including high-quality optical lenses, waterproof and impact-resistant housing materials, advanced electronic components, and precision mechanical parts. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized software and computer-aided design (CAD) tools to engineer and prototype these specialized camera systems. Additionally, the industry may consume outputs from related 900211 Objective lenses for cameras, projectors or photographic enlargers or reducers and 852351 Still image video cameras.

Production outputs

Cameras classified under hs code 900630 are primarily used in a variety of specialized applications, such as underwater exploration, aerial surveying, medical diagnostics, and forensic investigations. These cameras are often integrated into larger systems or used in conjunction with other equipment, such as diving gear, aerial drones, or medical imaging devices. The outputs from this industry may be consumed by a range of industries, including 880240 (Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes) and rotochutes; parts thereof and accessories thereto), 901890 Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, n.e.c. in heading no. 9018, and 902300 (Instruments and apparatus for physical or chemical analysis, e.g. polarimeters, refractometers, spectrometers, gas or smoke analysis apparatus; instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or the like; instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking quantities of heat, sound or light (including exposure meters); microtomes).

Revisions to 900630

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 900630. The most recent 1 version of this code (900630) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 900630 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs; comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/90'>90: Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9006'>9006: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); photographic flashlight apparatus and flashbulbs other than discharge lamps of heading no. 8539</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900630'>900630: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs; comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900640'>900640: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); instant print cameras</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900651'>900651: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); with a through-the-lens viewfinder, single lens reflex (SLR), for a roll film of a width not exceeding 35mm</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900652'>900652: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); of a kind (not SLR) for roll film of a width less than 35mm</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900653'>900653: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); of a kind (not SLR) for roll film of a width of 35mm</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900659'>900659: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); n.e.c. in heading no 9006</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900661'>900661: Photographic flashlight apparatus; discharge lamp (electronic)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900669'>900669: Photographic flashlight apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 9006</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900691'>900691: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); parts and accessories</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/900699'>900699: Photographic flashlight apparatus; parts and accessories, for other than cameras</a>"]

    

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