Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders; with a 360 degree revolving super structure

HS v2022 Code: 842952

About mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders; with a 360 degree revolving super structure

HS code 842952 covers a crucial segment of the construction equipment industry - mechanical shovels, excavators, and shovel loaders with a 360-degree revolving superstructure. These versatile machines play a vital role in earthmoving, demolition, and material handling operations across a wide range of construction, mining, and infrastructure development projects. As a key enabler of economic growth and development, the 842952 industry is an integral part of the broader 84 Machinery; nuclear reactors, boilers; parts thereof sector.

Production process

Mechanical shovels, excavators, and shovel loaders with 360-degree revolving superstructures are typically manufactured using a combination of advanced metalworking techniques. This includes precision casting, welding, and machining of components such as the chassis, boom, and hydraulic systems. Sophisticated computer-aided design (CAD) and computer numerical control (CNC) technologies are often employed to ensure the high quality and performance of these specialized construction machines.

Production inputs

The production of HS code 842952 equipment requires a range of raw materials, including high-strength steel alloys, hydraulic fluids, electronic components, and specialized fasteners and seals. Manufacturers also rely on advanced manufacturing equipment, such as CNC machine tools, robotic welding systems, and precision measurement instruments. Additionally, a skilled workforce with expertise in mechanical engineering, hydraulics, and heavy equipment operation is essential for the efficient and safe production of these machines.

Production outputs

HS code 842952 covers a diverse range of construction equipment, including backhoes, excavators, and front-end loaders, which are widely used in a variety of industries. The output of this industry is primarily consumed by the 25 Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment, 41 Construction of buildings, and 42 Civil engineering sectors, where these machines are essential for tasks such as earthmoving, demolition, and material handling. The 842952 industry also supports the production of other construction equipment, such as 842959 Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders; other and 842960 Tamping machines and road rollers.

Revisions to 842952

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 842952. The most recent 1 version of this code (842952) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 842952.

Family tree for mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders; with a 360 degree revolving super structure

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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/v2022/8429'>8429: Bulldozers, graders, levellers, scrapers, angledozers, mechanical shovels, excavators, shovel loaders, tamping machines and road rollers, self-propelled</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842952'>842952: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders; with a 360 degree revolving super structure</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842911'>842911: Bulldozers and angledozers; self-propelled, track laying</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842919'>842919: Bulldozers and angledozers; self-propelled, other than track laying</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842920'>842920: Graders and levellers</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842930'>842930: Scrapers; self-propelled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842940'>842940: Tamping machines and road rollers; self-propelled</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842951'>842951: Front-end shovel loaders</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842959'>842959: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders; n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50</a>"]

    

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