Stamps; date, numbering, sealing stamps and the like (including devices for printing or embossing labels), designed for operating by hand; hand operated composing sticks and printing sets

hs code 961100 covers a diverse range of hand-operated devices used for printing, stamping, and embossing. These tools are essential for various administrative, commercial, and personal applications, from date-stamping documents to creating custom labels and seals. This industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, supporting efficient record-keeping, branding, and identification processes across numerous sectors.

The production of items under hs code 961100 typically involves precision engineering and metalworking techniques. Manufacturers may use a combination of casting, machining, and assembly processes to create the various components, such as the stamp body, handle, and printing surfaces. Quality control measures, including testing and finishing, ensure the durability and reliability of these hand-operated devices.

The main inputs for the 961100 industry include metals (such as steel, brass, or aluminum) for the structural components, as well as specialized inks, dyes, and other consumables used for the printing or embossing functions. Manufacturers may also require various tools and machinery, such as lathes, milling machines, and assembly equipment, to produce these hand-operated devices.

The primary outputs of the 961100 industry are the hand-operated stamps, seals, and printing devices themselves. These products are used across a wide range of applications, including 4907000 Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country to which they are destined; stamp-impressed paper; banknotes, stock, share or bond certificates and similar documents of title, 8472900 Office machines, n.e.s. in heading 8472, and 9609000 Pencils, crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors' chalks.