Coal gas, water gas, producer gas and similar gases, other than petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons

CPC v2.1 Code: 1720

About coal gas, water gas, producer gas and similar gases, other than petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons

cpc code 1720 covers the production and distribution of various types of industrial gases, including coal gas, water gas, and producer gas. These gases play a crucial role in a wide range of industrial processes, serving as essential inputs for numerous manufacturing and energy sectors. The production and utilization of these gases are integral to the broader economy, contributing to the efficient operation of industries such as 1711 Manufacture of basic chemicals, fertilizers and nitrogen compounds, plastics and synthetic rubber in primary forms, 2410 Manufacture of basic iron and steel, and 3530 Steam and air conditioning supply.

Production process

The main production techniques for the gases covered under cpc code 1720 involve the thermal decomposition of carbonaceous materials, such as coal, coke, or biomass. This process, known as gasification, involves heating the raw materials in a controlled environment with limited oxygen supply, which results in the release of various gaseous compounds. The specific composition of the resulting gas depends on the feedstock and the gasification conditions, with coal gas, water gas, and producer gas being the primary outputs. These gases are then purified, compressed, and distributed to industrial consumers through dedicated pipeline networks or other transportation methods.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the production of the gases under cpc code 1720 include various carbonaceous raw materials, such as coal, coke, or biomass. Additionally, the production process requires specialized equipment, including gasifiers, gas purification systems, and compression and storage facilities. Energy inputs, such as electricity or natural gas, are also necessary to power the various stages of the production process.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the industries covered under cpc code 1720 are the various types of industrial gases, including coal gas, water gas, and producer gas. These gases are then consumed as inputs by a wide range of other industries, such as 1711 Manufacture of basic chemicals, fertilizers and nitrogen compounds, plastics and synthetic rubber in primary forms, 2410 Manufacture of basic iron and steel, and 3530 Steam and air conditioning supply. The specific applications of these gases can include fuel for industrial processes, feedstock for chemical production, and energy generation.

Family tree for coal gas, water gas, producer gas and similar gases, other than petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons

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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/v2-1/17'>17: Electricity, town gas, steam and hot water</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/172'>172: Coal gas, water gas, producer gas and similar gases, other than petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/1720'>1720: Coal gas, water gas, producer gas and similar gases, other than petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons</a>"]

    
    D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/17200'>17200: Coal gas, water gas, producer gas and similar gases, other than petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons</a>"]


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