Semiconductor media; solid-state non-volatile storage devices, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37

HS v2022 Code: 852351

About semiconductor media; solid-state non-volatile storage devices, whether or not recorded, excluding products of chapter 37

HS code 852351 covers semiconductor media and solid-state non-volatile storage devices, which are essential components in a wide range of electronic devices and systems. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader technology and electronics sectors, enabling the storage, retrieval, and processing of digital information across a variety of applications, from consumer electronics to industrial automation and beyond.

Production process

The production of semiconductor media and solid-state non-volatile storage devices typically involves a complex manufacturing process. Key steps include the fabrication of semiconductor wafers, the deposition and patterning of thin-film layers, and the integration of various electronic components to create the final storage device. Advanced techniques such as photolithography, chemical vapor deposition, and etching are commonly employed to achieve the desired performance and reliability characteristics.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for this industry include high-purity silicon and other semiconductor materials, specialized manufacturing equipment and machinery, and a skilled workforce with expertise in semiconductor processing and design. Additionally, the industry relies on a robust supply chain of supporting components, such as interconnects, packaging materials, and testing equipment.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are semiconductor media and solid-state non-volatile storage devices, which are widely used in a variety of electronic products and systems. These devices are often consumed by industries covered under other HS codes, such as 847170 Automatic data processing machines and units thereof, 851762 Machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus, and 854231 Electronic integrated circuits, among others.

Revisions to 852351

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 852351. The most recent 1 version of this code (852351) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 852351.

Family tree for semiconductor media; solid-state non-volatile storage devices, whether or not recorded, 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/v2022/852351'>852351: Semiconductor media; solid-state non-volatile storage devices, whether or not recorded, 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/v2022/852341'>852341: Optical media; unrecorded, excluding products of Chapter 37</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/852349'>852349: Optical media; 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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