Machinery; for packing or wrapping

HS v2022 Code: 842240

About machinery; for packing or wrapping

HS code 842240 covers a wide range of machinery used for packing or wrapping products. This industry plays a crucial role in the global supply chain, as efficient and reliable packing and wrapping solutions are essential for the safe transportation and storage of goods. The machinery covered under this code is utilized across various industries, from food and beverage to pharmaceuticals and electronics, making it a vital component of the broader manufacturing and logistics sectors.

Production process

The production of packing and wrapping machinery typically involves the fabrication of various mechanical components, such as conveyors, rollers, and sealing mechanisms. These components are then assembled into complete systems capable of performing specific packing or wrapping functions. Manufacturers may employ advanced automation and robotics to enhance the efficiency and precision of their production processes.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of packing and wrapping machinery include raw materials such as metals, plastics, and electronic components. Specialized tools and equipment, such as CNC machines and welding equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled labor, including engineers, technicians, and assembly workers, is a critical input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the packing and wrapping machinery industry are the various machines and systems used for packaging and wrapping products. These may include 842240 Machinery; for packing or wrapping, 842230 Machinery; for filling, closing, sealing, or labelling bottles, cans, boxes, bags or other containers, and 842240 Machinery; for aerating beverages. The outputs of this industry are consumed by a wide range of other industries, including 220 Beverages, spirits and vinegar, 300 Pharmaceutical products, and 850 Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles.

Revisions to 842240

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 842240. The most recent 1 version of this code (842240) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 842240.

Family tree for machinery; for packing or wrapping

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/84'>84: Machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8422'>8422: Dish washing machines; machinery for cleaning, drying, filling, closing, sealing, capsuling or labelling bottles, cans, boxes, bags, etc, machinery for aerating beverages</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842240'>842240: Machinery; for packing or wrapping</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842211'>842211: Dish washing machines; of the household type</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842219'>842219: Dish washing machines; of other than household type</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842220'>842220: Machinery; for cleaning or drying bottles or other containers</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842230'>842230: Machinery; for filling, closing, sealing, capsuling or labelling bottles, cans, bags or other containers, machinery for aerating beverages</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842290'>842290: Machinery; parts of machinery of heading no. 8422</a>"]

    

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