Surveying equipment; levels

HS v2022 Code: 901530

About surveying equipment; levels

HS code 901530 covers a range of surveying equipment, including levels, which are essential tools used in various construction, engineering, and land surveying projects. These instruments play a crucial role in accurately measuring and mapping the terrain, ensuring the precise planning and execution of infrastructure development, land management, and other related activities. The surveying equipment industry is a vital component of the broader construction and infrastructure sector, contributing to the efficient and sustainable growth of economies worldwide.

Production process

The production of surveying equipment, such as levels, typically involves a combination of precision engineering, optical technology, and advanced manufacturing techniques. Manufacturers utilize specialized machinery and processes to fabricate the various components, including the optical lenses, frames, and adjustment mechanisms. Quality control measures are implemented throughout the production cycle to ensure the accuracy and durability of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of surveying equipment under HS code 901530 include high-quality optical glass or plastic for the lenses, durable metals or alloys for the frames and housings, and precision mechanical components for the adjustment mechanisms. Additionally, specialized software and electronic components may be integrated into more advanced surveying instruments. Manufacturers also rely on skilled technicians and engineers to design, assemble, and calibrate the equipment to meet industry standards.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the surveying equipment industry under HS code 901530 are various types of levels, including automatic, digital, and laser levels. These instruments are widely used in 4501 Construction, 4502 Engineering, and 4503 Land Surveying activities, as well as in related fields such as 4504 Urban Planning and 4505 Environmental Management. The outputs of this industry are essential for ensuring the accurate measurement, mapping, and monitoring of land, infrastructure, and natural resources.

Revisions to 901530

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 901530. The most recent 1 version of this code (901530) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 901530.

Older versions

Family tree for surveying equipment; levels

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/90'>90: Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9015'>9015: Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses, rangefinders</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901530'>901530: Surveying equipment; levels</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901510'>901510: Rangefinders</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901520'>901520: Surveying equipment; theodolites and tachymeters (tacheometers)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901540'>901540: Surveying equipment; photogrammetrical surveying instruments and appliances</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901580'>901580: Surveying equipment; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901590'>901590: Surveying equipment; parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015</a>"]

    

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