Machine tools; for working any material by removal of material; operated by plasma arc processes;

HS v2022 Code: 845640

About machine tools; for working any material by removal of material; operated by plasma arc processes;

HS code 845640 covers a range of machine tools that utilize plasma arc technology to work materials by removing material. These specialized machines play a crucial role in various manufacturing industries, enabling precision cutting, shaping, and processing of a wide array of materials. As a key component of the broader metalworking and fabrication sectors, this industry contributes significantly to the global economy, supporting the production of a diverse array of goods and components.

Production process

The primary production technique for HS code 845640 involves the use of plasma arc technology. These machines use a high-temperature, ionized gas stream to melt and remove material from the workpiece, allowing for precise and efficient cutting, drilling, and shaping. The plasma arc is generated by an electric arc that heats and ionizes a gas, typically compressed air or nitrogen, which is then directed at the material to be processed. This process enables the machine tools to work with a wide range of materials, including metals, ceramics, and composites, with exceptional speed and accuracy.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 845640 machine tools include specialized components such as plasma torches, power supplies, and computer numerical control (CNC) systems. Additionally, these machines rely on a steady supply of raw materials, such as metals, alloys, and other engineering materials, which are used to fabricate the machine components and workpieces. Skilled labor, including engineers, technicians, and operators, is also a critical input for the successful operation and maintenance of these advanced machine tools.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 845640 machine tools are precision-cut, shaped, and processed components and parts for a wide range of industries. These machine tools are often used in the production of 842240 Machines and apparatus for welding, whether or not capable of cutting, 842490 Parts of machinery and apparatus for lifting, handling, loading or unloading, and 848180 Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves, among other products. The versatility of these plasma arc-operated machine tools makes them essential for the manufacturing of a diverse array of goods across various sectors.

Revisions to 845640

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 845640. The most recent 1 version of this code (845640) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 845640.

Family tree for machine tools; for working any material by removal of material; operated by plasma arc processes;

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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/v2022/8456'>8456: Machine-tools; for working any material by removal of material, by laser or other light or photon beam, ultrasonic, electro-discharge, electro-chemical, electron beam, ionic-beam, or plasma arc processes; water-jet cutting machines</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/845640'>845640: Machine tools; for working any material by removal of material; operated by plasma arc processes;</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/845611'>845611: Machine-tools; for working any material by removal of material; operated by laser</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/845612'>845612: Machine-tools; for working any material by removal of material; operated by other light or photon beam processes (not laser)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/845620'>845620: Machine-tools; for working any material by removal of material, operated by ultrasonic processes</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/845630'>845630: Machine-tools; for working any material by removal of material, operated by electro-discharge processes</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/845650'>845650: Machine tools; for working any material by removal of material; operated by water-jet cutting machines</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/845690'>845690: Machine tools; for working any material by removal of material; operated by other processes n.e.c. in heading 8456</a>"]

    

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