Games; video game consoles and machines, other than those of subheading 9504.30

HS v2022 Code: 950450

About games; video game consoles and machines, other than those of subheading 9504.30

HS code 950450 covers a diverse range of video game consoles, machines, and related equipment. This industry plays a significant role in the global entertainment and technology sectors, catering to the growing demand for interactive digital experiences. As advancements in computing and software continue to drive innovation, the video game industry has become an integral part of modern leisure and media consumption.

Production process

The production of video game consoles and machines involves a complex process of hardware and software engineering. Manufacturers utilize advanced semiconductor technologies, precision engineering, and sophisticated programming to create the intricate components and systems that power these devices. From circuit board assembly to software development and testing, the industry employs a range of specialized techniques to ensure the reliability, performance, and user experience of its products.

Production inputs

The video game console and machine industry relies on a variety of inputs, including advanced electronic components such as microprocessors, memory chips, and graphics processing units (GPUs). Additionally, the industry requires specialized software development tools, high-quality display panels, and durable housing materials. Manufacturers also depend on a skilled workforce, including engineers, programmers, and technicians, to design, assemble, and test these complex products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 950450 are video game consoles, handheld gaming devices, and arcade machines. These products are then consumed by 950410 Games; video game consoles and machines, automatic, coin- or disc-operated, 950430 Games; games operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by any other means of payment, other than video game consoles and machines of subheading 9504.30, and 950490 Games; including articles for funfair, table or parlour games, including pintables, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling alley equipment, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, among other industries and end-users.

Revisions to 950450

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 950450. The most recent 1 version of this code (950450) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 950450.

Family tree for games; video game consoles and machines, other than those of subheading 9504.30

    graph LR
    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/v2022/950450'>950450: Games; video game consoles and machines, other than those of subheading 9504.30</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/v2022/950440'>950440: Games; playing cards</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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