Containers; (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport

HS v2022 Code: 8609

About containers; (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport

HS code 8609 covers a critical component of the global logistics and transportation industry - specially designed containers for the multimodal carriage of goods. These containers play a vital role in facilitating the efficient and secure movement of a wide range of products, from raw materials to finished goods, across different modes of transport such as ships, trains, and trucks. As international trade continues to expand, the demand for these specialized containers has grown, making this industry an essential part of the broader economy.

Production process

The production of HS code 8609 containers involves a range of specialized manufacturing techniques. Manufacturers typically start with high-quality steel, aluminum, or other durable materials, which are then cut, shaped, and welded into the desired container dimensions. Advanced fabrication methods, such as computer-controlled cutting and automated welding, help ensure the containers meet strict safety and performance standards. Additionally, the containers are often outfitted with specialized features, such as insulation, temperature control systems, and secure locking mechanisms, to accommodate the specific needs of the goods being transported.

Production inputs

The production of HS code 8609 containers requires a variety of inputs, including raw materials such as steel, aluminum, and other metals, as well as specialized components like seals, hinges, and locking mechanisms. Manufacturers also rely on advanced machinery and equipment, such as cutting tools, welding machines, and testing equipment, to ensure the containers are built to the highest quality standards. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and production workers, to design, fabricate, and assemble the containers.

Production outputs

The primary output of the HS code 8609 industry is the specialized containers themselves, which are then used to transport a wide range of goods across different modes of transport. These containers are often consumed by industries such as 8701 Vehicles; tractors, 8702 Vehicles; public-transport type passenger, 8703 Vehicles; cars and other motor vehicles designed for the transport of persons, and 8704 Vehicles; motor vehicles for the transport of goods, as well as the broader logistics and transportation sectors.

Family tree for containers; (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/86'>86: Railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8609'>8609: Containers; (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8601'>8601: Rail locomotives; powered from an external source of electricity or by electric accumulators</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8602'>8602: Rail locomotives; (other than those of heading no. 8601), locomotive tenders</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8603'>8603: Railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks; self-propelled tenders, other than those of heading no. 8604</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8604'>8604: Railway or tramway maintenance or service vehicles; whether or not self-propelled (e.g. workshops, cranes, ballast tampers, trackliners, testing coaches and track inspection vehicles)</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8605'>8605: Railway or tramway coaches; passenger coaches, luggage vans, post office coaches and other special purpose railway or tramway coaches, not self-propelled (excluding those of heading no. 8604)</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8606'>8606: Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; not self-propelled</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8607'>8607: Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8608'>8608: Railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields; parts thereof</a>"]

    B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/860900'>860900: Containers; (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport</a>"]


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