Games; playing cards

HS v2022 Code: 950440

About games; playing cards

HS code 950440 covers a wide range of games and playing cards, which are an integral part of the global entertainment and leisure industry. These products are used for recreational purposes, social gatherings, and educational activities across various age groups and cultures. The games and playing cards industry plays a significant role in the broader economy, contributing to sectors such as retail, tourism, and education.

Production process

The production of games and playing cards typically involves a combination of manual and automated processes. Manufacturers often use specialized machinery and tools to cut, print, and assemble the components, ensuring consistent quality and durability. The printing process is a crucial step, where designs, patterns, and instructions are applied to the cards or game pieces using techniques such as offset printing, screen printing, or digital printing.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of games and playing cards include paper or cardboard for the base material, inks and dyes for printing, and various components such as dice, tokens, or game boards. Manufacturers may also require specialized tools and equipment, such as cutting machines, folding machines, and packaging equipment. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, including designers, graphic artists, and production workers, to create and assemble the final products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 950440 are a wide range of games and playing cards, including traditional card games, board games, puzzles, and electronic games. These products are consumed by 950300 Games and toys, 950400 Articles for funfair, table or parlour games, and 950490 Other articles for funfair, table or parlour games, as well as by individual consumers for personal use and entertainment.

Revisions to 950440

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 950440. The most recent 1 version of this code (950440) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 950440.

Older versions

Family tree for games; playing cards

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/95'>95: Toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9504'>9504: Video game consoles and machines, articles for funfair, table or parlour games, including pintables, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling alley equipment</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950440'>950440: Games; playing cards</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950420'>950420: Billiard articles and accessories of all kinds</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950430'>950430: Games; operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment, other than billiard articles and accesssories, and automatic bowling alley equipment</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950450'>950450: Games; video game consoles and machines, other than those of subheading 9504.30</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950490'>950490: Games; articles for funfair, table or parlour games, including pintables, special tables for casino games, automatic bowling alley equipment, n.e.c. in heading 9504</a>"]

    

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