Bituminous or oil shale and tar sands

cpc code 1203 covers the extraction and processing of bituminous or oil shale and tar sands, which are important sources of energy and raw materials for various industries. These resources are found in many regions around the world and play a significant role in the global energy and chemical supply chains. The extraction and utilization of bituminous or oil shale and tar sands contribute to meeting the growing demand for energy and petrochemical products, making this industry a crucial component of the broader economy.

The production of bituminous or oil shale and tar sands typically involves a combination of mining, extraction, and processing techniques. Surface mining is commonly used to extract the raw materials, which are then transported to processing facilities. At the processing stage, various methods such as retorting, solvent extraction, and thermal processing are employed to separate the valuable components, such as oil and gas, from the raw materials.

The main inputs required for the bituminous or oil shale and tar sands industry include the raw materials themselves, which are obtained through mining operations. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment and machinery for extraction, transportation, and processing, as well as energy sources, water, and various chemicals used in the refining and upgrading processes.

The primary outputs of the bituminous or oil shale and tar sands industry are crude oil, natural gas, and various petrochemical feedstocks. These outputs are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 1301 Petroleum refineries, 1302 Petroleum and coal products manufacturing, and 2011 Petrochemical manufacturing.