Surveying equipment; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses)

HS v2017 Code: 901580

About surveying equipment; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses)

hs code 901580 covers a diverse range of surveying and measurement equipment used in various industries, including hydrography, oceanography, hydrology, meteorology, and geophysics. These instruments and appliances play a crucial role in collecting and analyzing data that is essential for understanding and managing the natural environment, as well as supporting a wide range of economic activities such as construction, resource extraction, and transportation.

Production process

The production of surveying equipment and related instruments involves a combination of precision engineering, electronics, and software development. Manufacturers use advanced manufacturing techniques, such as computer-aided design (CAD), computer numerical control (CNC) machining, and 3D printing, to fabricate the mechanical components. Electronic components, such as sensors, microprocessors, and communication modules, are then integrated into the devices to enable data collection, processing, and transmission. Finally, specialized software is developed to control the instruments, analyze the data, and present the information in a user-friendly format.

Production inputs

The production of hs code 901580 items requires a range of inputs, including high-quality raw materials such as metals, plastics, and electronic components. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery and equipment, such as precision measurement tools, calibration devices, and testing equipment. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce with expertise in fields like engineering, electronics, and software development to design, assemble, and maintain the surveying instruments and appliances.

Production outputs

The surveying equipment and related instruments classified under hs code 901580 are used in a wide range of applications, including 861000 Measurement, testing, navigation and control instruments, 420000 Machinery, mechanical appliances, nuclear reactors, boilers; parts thereof, and 860000 Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof. These instruments and appliances provide critical data and information that support decision-making and operations in various industries, such as construction, mining, transportation, and environmental management.

Revisions to 901580

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 901580. The most recent 1 version of this code (901580) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 901580 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for surveying equipment; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses)

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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/v2017/9015'>9015: Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses, rangefinders</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/901580'>901580: Surveying equipment; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/901510'>901510: Rangefinders</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/901520'>901520: Surveying equipment; theodolites and tacheometers</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/901530'>901530: Surveying equipment; levels</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/901540'>901540: Surveying equipment; photogrammetrical surveying instruments and appliances</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/901590'>901590: Surveying equipment; parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015</a>"]

    

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