Machinery; intake air filters for internal combustion engines

HS v2022 Code: 842131

About machinery; intake air filters for internal combustion engines

HS code 842131 covers the import and export of machinery and equipment used for intake air filtration in internal combustion engines. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader automotive and transportation sectors, ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of engines by removing contaminants from the air supply. As environmental regulations and consumer demand for cleaner, more fuel-efficient vehicles continue to grow, the importance of this industry in the global economy is expected to increase.

Production process

The production of intake air filters for internal combustion engines typically involves a combination of mechanical and filtration processes. Key steps include the fabrication of the filter housing, the selection and installation of the filter media, and the integration of any additional components, such as sensors or mounting hardware. Manufacturers may utilize advanced techniques like pleating, layering, or surface treatment to optimize the filter's performance and durability.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 842131 items include various types of filter media, such as paper, foam, or synthetic materials, as well as the metal or plastic components for the filter housing. Specialized machinery, such as filter assembly lines and testing equipment, are also essential inputs for this industry. Additionally, manufacturers may rely on a range of supporting materials, including adhesives, sealants, and fasteners, to ensure the integrity and functionality of the final product.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 842131 is the intake air filter itself, which is a critical component in internal combustion engines used in a wide range of applications, including 870323 Automobiles with spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1,500 cc but not exceeding 3,000 cc, 842112 Turbojet and turbopropeller engines, and 843320 Agricultural, horticultural or forestry machinery for soil preparation or cultivation. These filters help to maintain engine performance, improve fuel efficiency, and extend the lifespan of engine components by preventing the ingress of harmful particulates.

Revisions to 842131

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 842131. The most recent 1 version of this code (842131) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 842131.

Family tree for machinery; intake air filters for internal combustion engines

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/84'>84: Machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8421'>8421: Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus for liquids or gases</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842131'>842131: Machinery; intake air filters for internal combustion engines</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842111'>842111: Centrifuges; cream separators</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842112'>842112: Centrifuges; clothes-dryers</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842119'>842119: Centrifuges; n.e.c. in heading no. 8421, including centrifugal dryers (but not clothes-dryers)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842121'>842121: Machinery; for filtering or purifying water</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842122'>842122: Machinery; for filtering or purifying beverages other than water</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842123'>842123: Machinery; filtering or purifying machinery, oil or petrol filters for internal combustion engines</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842129'>842129: Machinery; for filtering or purifying liquids, n.e.c. in item no. 8421.2</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842132'>842132: Machinery; catalytic converters or particulate filters, whether or not combined, for purifying or filtering exhaust gases from internal combustion engines</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842139'>842139: Machinery; for filtering or purifying gases, other than intake air filters, catalytic converters or particulate filters for internal combustion engines</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842191'>842191: Centrifuges; parts thereof, including parts for centrifugal dryers</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842199'>842199: Machinery; parts for filtering or purifying liquids or gases</a>"]

    

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