HS Code Subheading

Machinery; blow moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials

8477.30 Subheading
Section XVI — Machinery and mechanical appliances; electrical equipment; parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

About HS Code 847730

This category covers specialized blow moulding machines used for working rubber or plastics, primarily for creating hollow objects. These machines are crucial for manufacturing items like bottles, containers, tanks, and certain automotive components. The international trade of blow moulding machines is dominated by the packaging industry, beverage companies, and automotive parts manufacturers who require high-volume production of lightweight, durable hollow plastic products. Key trade considerations include the demand for consumer goods, advancements in material science (e.g., PET, HDPE), and the need for energy-efficient and high-precision equipment. Exporters are typically countries with strong engineering and manufacturing bases, while importers are widespread, reflecting global consumer demand.

Products Under This Code

PET blow moulding machines, HDPE blow moulding machines, stretch blow moulders, extrusion blow moulders, injection blow moulders, industrial blow moulding machines, shuttle blow moulders

Real World Examples

Krones Contiform, Sidel SBO, Bekum Blow Moulding Machines, Graham Engineering Blow Molders

Common Misclassification

Sometimes confused with 847759 (other moulding/forming machinery) if the specific blow moulding function isn't clear, or 847740 (thermoforming) which forms products from sheets rather than parisons.

Products Classified Under 8477.30

Plastic blow molding machineBlow molding machine

Related Codes

8477.10 Machinery; injection-moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials 8477.20 Machinery; extruders, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials 8477.40 Machinery; vacuum moulding machines and other thermoforming machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials 8477.51 Machinery; for moulding or retreading pneumatic tyres or for moulding or otherwise forming inner tubes 8477.59 Machinery; for moulding or forming, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter 8477.80 Machinery; for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter 8477.90 Machinery; parts of the machines of heading no. 8477, n.e.c. in item no. 8477.90

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, Italy, and Japan are leading exporters, with China, USA, and Mexico being top importers of blow moulding machinery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 847730?

HS code 847730 covers: Machinery; blow moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials. This category covers specialized blow moulding machines used for working rubber or plastics, primarily for creating hollow objects. These machines are crucial for manufacturing items like bottles, containers, tanks, and certain automotive components. The international trade of blow moulding machines is dominated by the packaging industry, beverage companies, and automotive parts manufacturers who require high-volume production of lightweight, durable hollow plastic products. Key trade considerations include the demand for consumer goods, advancements in material science (e.g., PET, HDPE), and the need for energy-efficient and high-precision equipment. Exporters are typically countries with strong engineering and manufacturing bases, while importers are widespread, reflecting global consumer demand.

What products fall under HS code 847730?

PET blow moulding machines, HDPE blow moulding machines, stretch blow moulders, extrusion blow moulders, injection blow moulders, industrial blow moulding machines, shuttle blow moulders

What are common misclassifications for HS code 847730?

Sometimes confused with 847759 (other moulding/forming machinery) if the specific blow moulding function isn't clear, or 847740 (thermoforming) which forms products from sheets rather than parisons.

How is HS code 847730 structured?

HS code 847730 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (77) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.