Surveying equipment; parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015

HS v2017 Code: 901590

About surveying equipment; parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015

hs code 901590 covers a wide range of surveying equipment, including theodolites, levels, and other instruments used for land surveying, construction, and various engineering applications. This equipment plays a crucial role in accurately measuring and mapping the physical world, making it an essential tool for infrastructure development, urban planning, and natural resource management. The surveying equipment industry is closely tied to the broader construction and engineering sectors, contributing to the efficient and sustainable development of our built environment.

Production process

The production of surveying equipment typically involves precision engineering and advanced manufacturing techniques. Manufacturers use a combination of computer-aided design (CAD) software, computer numerical control (CNC) machining, and specialized assembly processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of these instruments. The production process often includes the fabrication of various components, such as lenses, mirrors, and electronic circuits, which are then carefully assembled and calibrated to meet the industry's stringent quality standards.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of surveying equipment include high-quality optical components, such as lenses and prisms, as well as specialized electronic components, including microprocessors, sensors, and display modules. Manufacturers also rely on precision mechanical parts, such as gears, bearings, and tripods, to ensure the stability and durability of the equipment. Additionally, the industry requires skilled technicians and engineers to design, assemble, and calibrate the surveying instruments.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the surveying equipment industry, as described by hs code 901590, include theodolites, levels, and other instruments used for land surveying, construction, and various engineering applications. These products are essential for a wide range of industries, including 4501 Construction, 7501 Mining and Quarrying, and 8401 Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing, as they enable accurate measurement, mapping, and monitoring of the physical environment.

Revisions to 901590

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 901590. The most recent 1 version of this code (901590) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 901590 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for surveying equipment; parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015

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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/v2017/901590'>901590: Surveying equipment; parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015</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/v2017/901580'>901580: Surveying equipment; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses)</a>"]

    

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