Printing machinery; offset, sheet-fed, office type (sheet size not exceeding 22 x 36cm in the unfolded state)

HS v2022 Code: 844312

About printing machinery; offset, sheet-fed, office type (sheet size not exceeding 22 x 36cm in the unfolded state)

HS code 844312 covers a crucial segment of the printing industry, focusing on offset, sheet-fed, office-type printing machinery. These machines play a vital role in the production of a wide range of printed materials, from brochures and flyers to business cards and stationery. As a key component of the broader 84 Machinery; mechanical appliances, nuclear reactors, boilers; parts thereof industry, this code represents an essential part of the global manufacturing landscape.

Production process

Offset printing, the primary production technique for the machinery covered under HS code 844312, involves the transfer of an image from a plate to a rubber-covered cylinder, and then to the printing surface. This process allows for high-quality, cost-effective printing on a variety of substrates, including paper, cardboard, and even metal. The sheet-fed design of these machines ensures precise control over the printing process, making them well-suited for office and small-scale commercial applications.

Production inputs

The production of printing machinery under HS code 844312 requires a range of inputs, including metal components for the frame and moving parts, electronic controls and sensors, and specialized printing plates or cylinders. Additionally, these machines rely on a steady supply of power, both electrical and mechanical, to operate efficiently. The manufacturing process also involves the use of various tools and equipment, such as precision machining tools and assembly workstations.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 844312 is the printing machinery itself, which is then used by a wide range of industries and businesses to produce printed materials. These machines may be consumed by 4817 Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper or paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard, containing an assortment of paper stationery, 4901 Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets, and 4902 Newspapers, journals and periodicals, whether or not illustrated or containing advertising material, among others. The versatility of these printing machines allows them to serve a diverse range of end-users and applications.

Revisions to 844312

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 844312. The most recent 1 version of this code (844312) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 844312.

Family tree for printing machinery; offset, sheet-fed, office type (sheet size not exceeding 22 x 36cm in the unfolded state)

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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/v2022/8443'>8443: Printing machinery; used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 84.42; other printers, copying machines and facsimile machines, whether or not combined; parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844312'>844312: Printing machinery; offset, sheet-fed, office type (sheet size not exceeding 22 x 36cm in the unfolded state)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844311'>844311: Printing machinery; offset, reel-fed</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844313'>844313: Printing machinery; offset, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.1</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844314'>844314: Printing machinery; letterpress, reel-fed, excluding flexographic printing</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844315'>844315: Printing machinery; letterpress, other than reel-fed, excluding flexographic printing</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844316'>844316: Printing machinery; flexographic</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844317'>844317: Printing machinery; gravure</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844319'>844319: Printing machinery; used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 84.42, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.1</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844331'>844331: Printing, copying, and facsimile machines; machines which perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying or facsimile transmission, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844332'>844332: Printing, copying, and facsimile machines; single-function printing, copying or facsimile machines, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844339'>844339: Printing, copying, and facsimile machines; single-function printing, copying or facsimile machines, not capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844391'>844391: Printing machinery used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 8442; parts and accessories</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844399'>844399: Printing machinery; parts and accessories, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.91</a>"]

    

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