Machinery; vacuum moulding machines and other thermoforming machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials

HS v2022 Code: 847740

About machinery; vacuum moulding machines and other thermoforming machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials

HS code 847740 covers a range of machinery used in the production of rubber and plastic products. These thermoforming machines play a crucial role in the manufacturing of a wide variety of consumer and industrial goods, from packaging to automotive components. As the global demand for plastic and rubber products continues to grow, the machinery described by this code is an essential part of the supply chain, enabling efficient and cost-effective production across numerous industries.

Production process

The primary production technique for machinery under HS code 847740 is thermoforming. This process involves heating sheets or films of plastic or rubber, then using vacuum or pressure to mold the material into the desired shape. Vacuum moulding machines use suction to draw the heated material into a mold, while other thermoforming machines may use compressed air or mechanical pressure to form the product. These machines can produce a wide range of items, from simple packaging to complex automotive parts, with high precision and efficiency.

Production inputs

The key inputs for the production of machinery under HS code 847740 include metal components for the machine frames and mechanisms, as well as electrical and electronic parts for the control systems. Specialized tools and dies are also required to create the molds used in the thermoforming process. Additionally, the machines rely on a steady supply of energy, typically electricity, to power the heating and forming operations.

Production outputs

The machinery described by HS code 847740 is used to manufacture a diverse range of rubber and plastic products, including 392010 Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, 401699 Articles of vulcanized rubber n.e.s., and 392290 Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, n.e.s.. These products are then consumed by a wide range of industries, such as packaging, automotive, and consumer goods.

Revisions to 847740

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 847740. The most recent 1 version of this code (847740) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 847740.

Family tree for machinery; vacuum moulding machines and other thermoforming machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials

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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/v2022/8477'>8477: Machinery; for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/847740'>847740: Machinery; vacuum moulding machines and other thermoforming machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/847710'>847710: Machinery; injection-moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/847720'>847720: Machinery; extruders, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/847730'>847730: Machinery; blow moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/847751'>847751: Machinery; for moulding or retreading pneumatic tyres or for moulding or otherwise forming inner tubes</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/847759'>847759: Machinery; for moulding or forming, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/847780'>847780: Machinery; for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/847790'>847790: Machinery; parts of the machines of heading no. 8477, n.e.c. in item no. 8477.90</a>"]

    

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