Optical media; unrecorded, excluding products of Chapter 37

HS v2022 Code: 852341

About optical media; unrecorded, excluding products of chapter 37

HS code 852341 covers the classification of unrecorded optical media, excluding products of Chapter 37 such as photographic film and plates. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader electronics and data storage sectors, providing the essential components for data storage and distribution across various applications. As technology continues to evolve, the demand for high-capacity, reliable, and cost-effective optical media remains strong, making this industry a vital part of the global economy.

Production process

The production of unrecorded optical media typically involves a multi-step process. First, the base material, often a polycarbonate or glass substrate, is prepared and coated with a recording layer. This recording layer is then covered with a protective layer to prevent damage and ensure the longevity of the media. The discs are then metalized, usually with a thin layer of aluminum or gold, to enhance the reflective properties. Finally, the discs undergo a quality control process before being packaged and distributed.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of unrecorded optical media include the base materials (polycarbonate or glass), recording layer compounds, protective coatings, and metalizing materials. Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment, such as injection molding machines, sputtering systems, and quality control instruments, are essential for the manufacturing process. The industry also relies on a skilled workforce to operate the production lines and ensure consistent quality.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 852341 is unrecorded optical media, such as 852340 Optical media, unrecorded, for sound or video recording, 852351 Solid-state non-volatile storage devices, and 852352 Smart cards. These optical media products are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 852340 Optical media, unrecorded, for sound or video recording, 852351 Solid-state non-volatile storage devices, and 852352 Smart cards, as well as the broader electronics and data storage sectors.

Revisions to 852341

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 852341. The most recent 1 version of this code (852341) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 852341.

Family tree for optical media; unrecorded, excluding products of chapter 37

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8523'>8523: Discs, tapes, solid-state non-volatile storage devices, smart cards and other media for the recording of sound or of other phenomena, whether or not recorded, including matrices and masters for the production of discs, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/852341'>852341: Optical media; unrecorded, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/852321'>852321: Magnetic media; cards incorporating a magnetic stripe, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/852329'>852329: Magnetic media; other than cards incorporating a magnetic stripe, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/852349'>852349: Optical media; recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/852351'>852351: Semiconductor media; solid-state non-volatile storage devices, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/852352'>852352: Semiconductor media; smart cards, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/852359'>852359: Semiconductor media; other than smart cards, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/852380'>852380: Media n.e.c. in heading 8523, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]

    

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