Amusement park rides and water park amusements; Roller coasters

HS v2022 Code: 950821

About amusement park rides and water park amusements; roller coasters

HS code 950821 covers amusement park rides and water park attractions, including the iconic roller coaster. This industry plays a vital role in the global leisure and entertainment sector, providing thrilling experiences for millions of visitors each year. As a key component of the broader 950800 Sports and Outdoor Games Equipment industry, the amusement ride segment contributes significantly to local economies through tourism, job creation, and the manufacture of specialized equipment.

Production process

The production of amusement park rides and water park attractions involves a complex engineering process. Manufacturers utilize advanced computer-aided design (CAD) software to model and simulate ride dynamics, ensuring optimal safety and performance. Specialized materials, such as steel, fiberglass, and advanced composites, are fabricated and assembled using precision welding, molding, and assembly techniques. Rigorous testing and quality control measures are implemented throughout the manufacturing process to meet stringent safety standards.

Production inputs

The amusement ride industry relies on a variety of raw materials, machinery, and specialized components. Steel, aluminum, and other metals are used extensively in the construction of ride structures and support systems. Fiberglass, plastics, and composite materials are employed for ride vehicles and theming elements. Specialized ride control systems, including sensors, motors, and hydraulic systems, are essential inputs. Additionally, the industry requires skilled engineering and technical personnel to design, manufacture, and maintain these complex attractions.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 950821 are amusement park rides and water park attractions, such as roller coasters, ferris wheels, water slides, and other thrill-inducing experiences. These outputs are consumed by 950800 Sports and Outdoor Games Equipment manufacturers, amusement park operators, and water park facilities. The industry also produces specialized components and services that may be utilized by 950300 Fairground Amusements; Travelling Circuses, Travelling Menageries and Travelling Theatres and other related sectors.

Revisions to 950821

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 950821. The most recent 1 version of this code (950821) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 950821.

Family tree for amusement park rides and water park amusements; roller coasters

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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/v2022/9508'>9508: Travelling circuses and travelling menageries, amusement park rides and water park amusements, fairground amusements, including shooting galleries and travelling theatres</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950821'>950821: Amusement park rides and water park amusements; Roller coasters</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950810'>950810: Travelling circuses and travelling menageries</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950822'>950822: Amusement park rides and water park amusements; carousels, swings and roundabouts</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950823'>950823: Amusement park rides and water park amusements; dodge'em cars</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950824'>950824: Amusement park rides and water park amusements; motion simulators and moving theatres</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950825'>950825: Amusement park rides and water park amusements; water rides</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950826'>950826: Amusement park rides and water park amusements; water park amusements</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950829'>950829: Amusement park rides and water park amusements; other than roller coasters, carousels, swings, roundabouts, dodge'em cars, motion simulators and moving theatres, water rides and water park amusements</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950830'>950830: Fairground amusements; including shooting galleries</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/950840'>950840: Travelling theatres</a>"]

    

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