Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments
HS v2017 Code: 902720
About chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments
hs code 902720 covers a critical set of analytical instruments used across a wide range of industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, environmental, and forensic science. These chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments play a vital role in the identification, separation, and quantification of complex mixtures, enabling researchers and manufacturers to gain crucial insights into the composition and purity of their samples. As a key component of quality control and research and development processes, this industry is integral to the broader economy, supporting innovation and ensuring the safety and efficacy of a diverse array of products.
Production process
The production of chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments involves a combination of precision engineering, advanced electronics, and specialized software development. Manufacturers must carefully design and assemble the intricate components, including columns, detectors, and control systems, to ensure the instruments meet stringent performance and reliability standards. The production process often involves clean-room environments, specialized testing, and rigorous quality assurance measures to deliver high-quality, reliable analytical tools.
Production inputs
The manufacture of hs code 902720 instruments requires a range of specialized inputs, including high-purity materials for the analytical columns, sensitive electronic components for detection systems, and advanced software for instrument control and data analysis. Additionally, these instruments rely on a skilled workforce with expertise in fields such as analytical chemistry, physics, and engineering. Specialized production equipment, such as precision machining tools and clean-room facilities, are also essential inputs for this industry.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of hs code 902720 are chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments, which are used across a wide range of industries, including 300000 Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices, 280000 Chemicals, 390000 Plastics and Rubber, and 370000 Environmental Services. These analytical tools enable users to identify, separate, and quantify the components of complex mixtures, supporting critical applications such as drug development, environmental monitoring, and forensic analysis. The outputs of this industry are essential for ensuring the quality, safety, and efficacy of a diverse array of products and services.
Revisions to 902720
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 902720. The most recent 1 version of this code (902720) is in the HS v2022 system:
This page shows a legacy version of code 902720 ( HS v2017).
Newer versions
- HS v2022 (Latest revision):
Older versions
Family tree for chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments
graph LR 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/v2017/9027'>9027: Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis (e.g. polarimeters, spectrometers), for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, etc, for measuring quantities of heat, sound or light</a>"] B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/902720'>902720: Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments</a>"] B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/902710'>902710: Instruments and apparatus; gas or smoke analysis apparatus, for physical or chemical analysis</a>"] B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/902730'>902730: Spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs; using optical radiations (UV, visible, IR)</a>"] B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/902750'>902750: Instruments and apparatus; using optical radiations (UV, visible, IR), (other than spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs)</a>"] B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/902780'>902780: Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis, for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or quantities of heat, sound or light, n.e.c. in heading no. 9027</a>"] B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/902790'>902790: Microtomes and parts and accessories thereof</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level2 class B level4 class C level6 class D level6 class E level6 class F level6 class G level6 class H level6 class C highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class C highlight