Natural sands

CPC v2.1 Code: 1531

About natural sands

cpc code 1531 covers the industry of natural sands, which are an essential raw material for a wide range of industries. Natural sands are a crucial component in the production of glass, construction materials, and various industrial processes. This industry plays a vital role in supporting the broader economy by providing the necessary inputs for numerous downstream sectors.

Production process

The production of natural sands typically involves the extraction of sand deposits from riverbeds, beaches, or quarries. The sand is then processed through a series of screening, washing, and sorting operations to remove impurities and ensure the desired particle size and quality. Advanced techniques, such as dredging and hydraulic mining, may be employed to access and extract sand deposits in more challenging locations.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the natural sands industry include the sand deposits themselves, which are the primary raw material. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment and machinery for the extraction, processing, and transportation of the sand. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also necessary to power the various stages of production.

Production outputs

The primary output of the natural sands industry is the processed and refined sand, which is then sold to a wide range of industries. These include the 2321 Glass and glass products, 2361 Concrete, and 2373 Asphalt paving, roofing, and saturated materials industries, among others. The specific characteristics and quality of the natural sands determine their suitability for different applications.

Family tree for natural sands

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/1'>1: Ores and minerals; electricity, gas and water</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/15'>15: Stone, sand and clay</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/153'>153: Sands, pebbles, gravel, broken or crushed stone, natural bitumen and asphalt</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/1531'>1531: Natural sands</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/1532'>1532: Pebbles, gravel, broken or crushed stone, macadam; granules, chippings and powder of stone</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/1533'>1533: Bitumen and asphalt, natural; asphaltites and asphaltic rock</a>"]

    D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/15310'>15310: Natural sands</a>"]


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