Uranium and thorium ores and concentrates

CPC v2.1 Code: 13

About uranium and thorium ores and concentrates

cpc code 13 covers the mining and processing of uranium and thorium ores and concentrates. These radioactive elements are essential for the nuclear power industry, which generates a significant portion of the world's electricity. The extraction and refinement of uranium and thorium ores are crucial activities that support the broader energy sector and contribute to the global economy.

Production process

The production of uranium and thorium ores and concentrates typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw ores are extracted from mines or other deposits using various mining techniques, such as open-pit or underground mining. The extracted ores are then crushed, ground, and processed to concentrate the desired radioactive elements. This may involve chemical leaching, ion exchange, or other separation methods to isolate the uranium and thorium from the surrounding materials.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of uranium and thorium ores and concentrates include the raw ores themselves, which are typically found in geological deposits. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized mining equipment, such as excavators, crushers, and processing plants, as well as various chemicals and reagents used in the concentration and purification processes. Energy sources, such as electricity and fuel, are also essential inputs for the extraction and processing operations.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of cpc code 13 are uranium and thorium ores and concentrates, which are then consumed by other industries, such as 23 Manufacture of coke and refined petroleum products and 24 Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products, for further processing and use in nuclear power generation, medical applications, and other specialized applications.

Family tree for uranium and thorium ores and concentrates

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/13'>13: Uranium and thorium ores and concentrates</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/11'>11: Coal and peat</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/12'>12: Crude petroleum and natural gas</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/14'>14: Metal ores</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/15'>15: Stone, sand and clay</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/16'>16: Other minerals</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/17'>17: Electricity, town gas, steam and hot water</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/18'>18: Natural water</a>"]

    B --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/130'>130: Uranium and thorium ores and concentrates</a>"]


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