Fish-hooks; whether or not snelled

HS v2022 Code: 950720

About fish-hooks; whether or not snelled

HS code 950720 covers the import and export of fish-hooks, which are an essential component of the fishing industry. These hooks are used to catch a wide variety of fish species, from small freshwater fish to large marine predators. The global trade in fish-hooks is a significant part of the broader fishing equipment market, which is closely tied to the overall health and productivity of the world's fisheries.

Production process

Fish-hooks are typically manufactured through a combination of metalworking and specialized finishing processes. The basic production steps involve cutting, shaping, and tempering the metal to create the hook form, followed by the addition of any necessary features such as barbs or eyelets. Depending on the intended use, fish-hooks may also undergo additional treatments like plating or coating to improve their durability and performance in the water.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of fish-hooks include high-quality metal alloys, such as carbon steel or stainless steel, as well as specialized machinery for cutting, shaping, and finishing the hooks. Manufacturers may also utilize various chemicals and coatings to enhance the hooks' corrosion resistance and other properties. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating the necessary equipment and ensuring consistent quality control throughout the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 950720 is, of course, fish-hooks themselves. These hooks are then consumed by a wide range of industries and end-users, including 950720 Fish-hooks; whether or not snelled, 950790 (Fishing rods, fish-hooks and other line fishing tackle; fish landing nets, butterfly nets and similar nets; decoy 'birds' (other than those of heading 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting requisites), and 030110 Live ornamental fish, among others. The fish-hooks produced under this code are essential for the global fishing industry, which in turn supports a vast network of related economic activities.

Revisions to 950720

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 950720. The most recent 1 version of this code (950720) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 950720.

Family tree for fish-hooks; whether or not snelled

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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/v2022/9507'>9507: Fishing rods, fish-hooks and other line fishing tackle; fish landing nets and the like; decoy birds (not those of heading no. 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting requisites</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950720'>950720: Fish-hooks; whether or not snelled</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950710'>950710: Fishing rods</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950730'>950730: Fishing reels</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950790'>950790: Fishing tackle n.e.c., butterfly nets, decoy birds (other than those of heading no. 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting requisites</a>"]

    

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