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Ticket Box

A ticket box, also known as a ticket dispenser or ticket machine, is a device used to issue tickets, typically for transportation, events, or services.

Material

Ticket boxes are commonly constructed from:

• Metal: Stainless steel or powder-coated steel are used for durability and resistance to vandalism, particularly in public transportation settings.
• Plastic: ABS plastic or polycarbonate are employed for indoor applications or where a lighter weight is desired.
• Combination: A metal frame with plastic panels is a frequent design, balancing robustness and cost.
• Electronic Components: Microprocessors, displays (LCD or LED), card readers (magnetic stripe, chip, contactless/NFC), printers (thermal or dot matrix), and coin/bill acceptors are integral.

Purpose

The primary purpose of a ticket box is to automate the sale of tickets, reducing the need for staffed ticket counters. This offers:

• Convenience: 24/7 availability and self-service options.
• Efficiency: Faster transaction times and reduced queues.
• Cost Reduction: Lower labor costs for ticket vendors.
• Data Collection: Tracking sales data for revenue management and ridership analysis.

Function

Ticket boxes perform the following functions:

• Ticket Selection: Users choose the type of ticket (e.g., single journey, return, day pass, event ticket).
• Payment Processing: Accept various payment methods: coins, banknotes, credit/debit cards, contactless payments (NFC), mobile payments.
• Ticket Printing: Issue physical tickets with relevant information (date, time, destination, price, barcode/QR code).
• Change Dispensing: Provide change for cash payments.
• Language Selection: Offer multiple language options for user interface.
• Error Handling: Display error messages and provide assistance for payment issues or malfunctions.
• Remote Management: Many modern ticket boxes are connected to a network for remote monitoring, software updates, and data collection.

Usage Scenarios

• Public Transportation: Train stations, subway systems, bus terminals, tram stops.
• Event Venues: Concert halls, stadiums, theaters, museums, amusement parks.
• Parking Facilities: Automated parking garages and lots.
• Toll Roads: Automated toll booths.
• Ski Resorts: Lift ticket sales.
• Ferry Terminals: Ferry ticket sales.

Common Types

• Standalone Ticket Machines: Self-contained units for single-location use.
• Multi-Function Kiosks: Integrate ticket sales with other services (information, maps, advertising).
• Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) with Ticket Sales: Combine ticket sales with bottle/can recycling.
• Mobile Ticketing Systems (often integrated with ticket boxes): Allow users to purchase tickets via smartphone apps and redeem them at ticket boxes or directly on transportation vehicles.
• Self-Service Ticketing Kiosks: Touchscreen-based machines offering a wide range of ticket options and payment methods.
• Automated Fare Collection (AFC) Systems: Comprehensive systems that include ticket boxes, gates, and back-end data management.

Based on the material, use, function, and application scenarios, “ticket box” generally refers to a packing container made of paper or paperboard used for holding tickets.

Here are the relevant HS codes from the provided reference material:

• 4819600000: Cartons, boxes, cases, bags and other packing containers, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers; box files, letter trays and similar articles, of paper or paperboard of a kind used in offices, shops or the like: Box files, letter trays, storage boxes and similar articles, of a kind used in offices, shops or the like.

  • 48: Paper or paperboard; manufactures thereof. This chapter covers articles made of paper pulp, paper, or paperboard.
  • 19: Pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material, not made into paper. This heading includes cartons, boxes, and other packing containers.
  • 60: Box files, letter trays, storage boxes and similar articles. This subheading specifically covers articles used in offices, shops, or similar settings.

• 4819504060: Cartons, boxes, cases, bags and other packing containers, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers; box files, letter trays and similar articles, of paper or paperboard of a kind used in offices, shops or the like: Other packing containers, including record sleeves: Other Other: Other.

  • 48: Paper or paperboard; manufactures thereof. This chapter covers articles made of paper pulp, paper, or paperboard.
  • 19: Pulp of wood or of other fibrous cellulosic material, not made into paper. This heading includes cartons, boxes, and other packing containers.
  • 50: Other packing containers, including record sleeves. This subheading covers a broader range of packing containers.
  • 40: Other. This further specifies a category within other packing containers.
  • 60: Other. This further specifies a category within other packing containers.

• 4823901000: Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers: Other: Of paper pulp.

  • 48: Paper or paperboard; manufactures thereof. This chapter covers articles made of paper pulp, paper, or paperboard.
  • 23: Paper and paperboard; manufactures thereof. This heading covers paper and paperboard cut to size or shape.
  • 90: Other articles. This subheading covers other articles made of paper pulp, paper, or paperboard.
  • 10: Of paper pulp. This further specifies the material as paper pulp.

Regarding HS code 4819600000 and 4819504060, please note that these codes cover packing containers. The specific classification will depend on the intended use and construction of the “ticket box”. If the box is specifically designed for office or shop use, 4819600000 may be more appropriate. If it is a more general packing container, 4819504060 may be more suitable.