Signalling, safety or traffic control equipment; for roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields (excluding those of heading no. 8608)

HS v2022 Code: 853080

About signalling, safety or traffic control equipment; for roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields (excluding those of heading no. 8608)

HS code 853080 covers a wide range of signalling, safety, and traffic control equipment used in various transportation and infrastructure applications. These products play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations, and airfields. This industry is essential for maintaining efficient and secure transportation networks, which are the backbone of global trade and economic development.

Production process

The production of signalling, safety, and traffic control equipment involves a range of manufacturing techniques, including metalworking, electronics assembly, and software development. Manufacturers may use processes such as stamping, casting, and machining to fabricate the mechanical components, while electronic components are assembled and integrated with software to create the final products. Quality control and testing procedures are also essential to ensure the reliability and performance of these critical infrastructure systems.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of signalling, safety, and traffic control equipment include various metals (such as steel, aluminum, and copper), electronic components (including sensors, microprocessors, and communication modules), and specialized software and programming tools. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced manufacturing equipment, such as CNC machines, robotic assembly lines, and testing facilities, to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 853080 are a diverse range of signalling, safety, and traffic control products, including traffic lights, railway signals, navigation beacons, and airport runway lighting systems. These outputs are essential for the 8708 Motor vehicles, parts and accessories and 8604 Railway or tramway maintenance or service vehicles; not self-propelled industries, as well as the broader transportation and infrastructure sectors.

Revisions to 853080

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 853080. The most recent 1 version of this code (853080) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 853080.

Family tree for signalling, safety or traffic control equipment; for roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields (excluding those of heading no. 8608)

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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/v2022/8530'>8530: Signalling, safety or traffic control equipment; for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations, airfields, excluding those of heading no. 8608</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853080'>853080: Signalling, safety or traffic control equipment; for roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields (excluding those of heading no. 8608)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853010'>853010: Signalling, safety or traffic control equipment; for railways or tramways (excluding those of heading no. 8608)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/853090'>853090: Signalling apparatus; parts of safety, traffic control equipment for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, airfields, parking facilities, port instalments (excluding those of heading no. 8608)</a>"]

    

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