Industrial diamonds, unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted; pumice stone; emery; natural corundum, natural garnet and other natural abrasives

cpc code 16320 covers a diverse range of natural abrasive materials that are essential for a wide variety of industrial and manufacturing processes. These materials, which include industrial diamonds, pumice stone, emery, natural corundum, and natural garnet, play a crucial role in shaping, polishing, and refining a vast array of products across numerous industries. Their importance in the global economy cannot be overstated, as they enable the production of high-quality goods and facilitate technological advancements.

The production of the materials covered under cpc code 16320 typically involves extraction, sorting, and processing. Industrial diamonds, for instance, are mined from kimberlite and lamproite deposits, then sorted, cut, and polished to meet specific industry requirements. Pumice stone is quarried and processed to remove impurities, while emery, natural corundum, and natural garnet are extracted from their respective mineral deposits and prepared for use as abrasives.

The main inputs required for the production of the materials under cpc code 16320 include the raw mineral deposits, specialized mining and processing equipment, and energy sources to power the various production stages. Additionally, skilled labor and technical expertise are essential for the efficient extraction, sorting, and refinement of these natural abrasives.

The outputs of cpc code 16320 are primarily used as abrasives in a wide range of industries, including 16330 Abrasive products, 25110 Rubber tyres and tubes; retreading and rebuilding of rubber tyres, 25920 Paints, varnishes and similar coatings, printing ink and mastics, and 28110 Manufacture of engines and turbines, except aircraft, vehicle and cycle engines. These natural abrasives are crucial for processes such as cutting, grinding, polishing, and finishing a diverse array of products, from industrial machinery to consumer goods.