Spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs; using optical radiations (UV, visible, IR)

HS v2022 Code: 902730

About spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs; using optical radiations (uv, visible, ir)

HS code 902730 covers a range of scientific instruments used for spectroscopic analysis, including spectrometers, spectrophotometers, and spectrographs. These devices play a crucial role in various industries, from chemistry and materials science to environmental monitoring and medical diagnostics. By precisely measuring the interaction of optical radiation with matter, these instruments provide invaluable data and insights that drive innovation and progress across numerous sectors of the global economy.

Production process

The production of spectrometers, spectrophotometers, and spectrographs typically involves a combination of precision engineering, optics, and advanced electronics. Key steps in the manufacturing process include the fabrication of optical components such as lenses, mirrors, and diffraction gratings, the assembly of these components into a functional instrument, and the integration of electronic systems for data acquisition, processing, and display. Manufacturers often employ clean-room environments and specialized testing procedures to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and performance of these highly sensitive scientific instruments.

Production inputs

The production of HS code 902730 instruments requires a range of specialized inputs, including high-quality optical components (e.g., lenses, mirrors, prisms, and diffraction gratings), precision mechanical parts, advanced electronic components (e.g., detectors, amplifiers, and microprocessors), and specialized software for instrument control and data analysis. Manufacturers also rely on a skilled workforce with expertise in optics, electronics, and instrument design, as well as access to advanced manufacturing technologies and testing equipment.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 902730 are spectrometers, spectrophotometers, and spectrographs, which are used in a wide range of applications. These instruments are often consumed by industries such as 901380 Chemical, pharmaceutical, and petrochemical, 901820 Medical and scientific research, 902780 Environmental monitoring and analysis, and 854370 Electronics and materials science. The data and insights provided by these instruments are essential for tasks such as chemical analysis, material characterization, environmental monitoring, and medical diagnostics.

Revisions to 902730

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 902730. The most recent 1 version of this code (902730) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 902730.

Family tree for spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs; using optical radiations (uv, visible, ir)

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    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/v2022/9027'>9027: Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis (e.g. polarimeters, spectrometers), for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, etc, for measuring quantities of heat, sound or light</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/902730'>902730: Spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs; using optical radiations (UV, visible, IR)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/902710'>902710: Instruments and apparatus; gas or smoke analysis apparatus, for physical or chemical analysis</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/902720'>902720: Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/902750'>902750: Instruments and apparatus; using optical radiations (UV, visible, IR), (other than spectrometers, spectrophotometers and spectrographs)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/902781'>902781: Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis, for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or quantities of heat, sound or light, mass spectrometers</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/902789'>902789: Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis, for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or quantities of heat, sound or light, exposure meters</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/902790'>902790: Microtomes and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]

    

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