Stamps; date, numbering, sealing stamps and the like (including devices for printing or embossing labels), designed for operating by hand; hand operated composing sticks and printing sets

HS code 961100 covers a diverse range of hand-operated devices used for printing, stamping, and marking purposes. These products play a crucial role in various industries, from office administration and record-keeping to packaging and labeling. As a key component of the broader printing and marking equipment sector, this industry contributes to the efficient organization and documentation of information across the global economy.

The production of items under HS code 961100 typically involves precision engineering and metalworking techniques. Manufacturers may utilize a combination of manual and automated processes to fabricate the various components, such as the stamp body, handle, and any intricate design elements. Quality control measures, including testing and finishing, ensure the durability and functionality of the final products.

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 961100 items include metals (such as steel, brass, or aluminum), plastics, and specialized inks or dyes. Manufacturers may also rely on various tools and machinery, such as stamping presses, engraving equipment, and assembly lines. Additionally, skilled labor, including designers, engineers, and technicians, is essential for the production of these hand-operated devices.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 961100 are a diverse range of hand-operated stamps, seals, and printing devices. These products are widely used in 4817 Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper or paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard, containing an assortment of paper stationery, 4822 (Bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports of paper pulp, paper or paperboard (whether or not perforated or hardened)), and 9609 (Pencils (other than pencils of heading 9608), crayons, pencil leads, pastels, drawing charcoals, writing or drawing chalks and tailors' chalks). These outputs contribute to the efficient organization, documentation, and labeling of information across various industries and applications.