Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material; switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods and other crossing pieces

HS v2022 Code: 730230

About iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material; switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods and other crossing pieces

HS code 730230 covers a range of iron or steel products used in the construction and maintenance of railway and tramway tracks. These materials are essential for the efficient and safe operation of rail transportation systems, which play a crucial role in the global economy by facilitating the movement of goods and people across vast distances. The products under this code are widely used in both developed and developing countries, making it an important industry within the broader metal manufacturing sector.

Production process

The production of the items covered by HS code 730230 typically involves various metalworking processes, such as casting, forging, rolling, and machining. Manufacturers may use specialized equipment like rolling mills, presses, and CNC machines to shape the raw materials into the desired components. Quality control and testing procedures are also essential to ensure the safety and reliability of these railway track construction materials.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 730230 items include iron and steel, as well as various alloying elements like manganese, chromium, and nickel. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery, such as rolling mills, forging presses, and cutting tools. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are necessary for the various metalworking processes involved.

Production outputs

The products covered by HS code 730230 are primarily used in the construction and maintenance of railway and tramway infrastructure. These materials are essential for the proper functioning of rail transportation systems, as they provide the necessary components for tracks, switches, and other critical elements. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by 853010 Electric rail locomotives and 860900 Railway or tramway passenger coaches, not self-propelled; luggage vans, post office coaches and other special purpose railway or tramway coaches, among other related industries.

Revisions to 730230

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 730230. The most recent 1 version of this code (730230) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 730230.

Family tree for iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material; switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods and other crossing pieces

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/73'>73: Iron or steel articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7302'>7302: Railway or tramway track constructions of iron or steel; rails, check and track rails, switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods, sleepers, fish-plates, chair wedges, sole plates, bedplates, ties and the like</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730230'>730230: Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material; switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods and other crossing pieces</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730210'>730210: Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material; rails</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730240'>730240: Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material; fish-plates and sole plates</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730290'>730290: Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material; n.e.c. in heading no. 7302</a>"]

    

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