Machines; for manufacturing or hot working glass or glassware, not for making optical fibres and preforms thereof

HS code 847529 covers a range of specialized machines used in the glass manufacturing industry. These machines play a crucial role in the production of a wide variety of glass products, from containers and tableware to architectural glass and specialty items. The glass industry is a significant contributor to the global economy, with applications across multiple sectors, including construction, consumer goods, and industrial processes. The machines described by this code are essential for maintaining the competitiveness and efficiency of the glass manufacturing sector.

The machines covered by HS code 847529 are primarily used for the hot working and shaping of glass. This can involve processes such as pressing, blowing, or molding the glass into the desired form. These machines often incorporate advanced features like automated controls, precision temperature regulation, and specialized tooling to ensure consistent quality and high production rates. The specific techniques employed can vary depending on the type of glass product being manufactured and the desired characteristics.

The key inputs required for the machines described by HS code 847529 include high-quality raw materials, such as silica sand, soda ash, and various mineral additives. Specialized glass-making equipment, such as furnaces, molds, and annealing ovens, are also essential. Additionally, these machines require a reliable source of energy, typically in the form of electricity or natural gas, to power the production processes. Skilled operators and technicians are necessary to set up, operate, and maintain the machines effectively.

The machines covered by HS code 847529 are used to produce a wide range of glass products, including 701000 Glass and glassware, 702000 Glass in the mass, in balls, rods or tubes, unworked, and 703000 Glass in the mass, in other forms. These glass products are then consumed by various industries, such as 700000 Glass and glassware, 680000 Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials, and 940000 Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings.