Office equipment; filing cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays, paper rests, pen trays, office-stamp stands and similar office or desk equipment, of base metal, other than office furniture of heading no. 9403

HS code 830400 covers a wide range of office equipment and desk accessories made of base metal, excluding office furniture. This industry plays a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day operations of businesses, government agencies, and other organizations across various sectors. The products classified under this code are essential for maintaining efficient record-keeping, organization, and workflow in the modern office environment.

The production of office equipment under HS code 830400 typically involves metalworking techniques such as stamping, bending, and welding. Manufacturers may use a combination of automated machinery and skilled manual labor to fabricate components, assemble finished products, and apply any necessary coatings or finishes. Quality control measures are essential to ensure the durability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal of the final products.

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 830400 items include various types of base metals, such as steel, aluminum, or brass. Manufacturers may also utilize fasteners, hinges, and other hardware components, as well as paints, lacquers, or other surface treatments. Specialized machinery, such as metal-cutting tools, stamping presses, and welding equipment, are essential for the manufacturing process.

The primary outputs of the HS code 830400 industry are filing cabinets, card-index cabinets, paper trays, paper rests, pen trays, office-stamp stands, and other similar office or desk equipment. These products are widely used in 4202 Luggage, handbags and the like; articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, 4401 Fuel wood, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or in similar forms; wood in chips or particles; sawdust and wood waste and scrap, whether or not agglomerated in logs, briquettes, pellets or similar forms, and 9403 Other furniture and parts thereof.