Articles of natural cork; agglomerated cork and articles thereof

CPC v2.1 Code: 31922

About articles of natural cork; agglomerated cork and articles thereof

cpc code 31922 covers a diverse range of products made from natural cork and agglomerated cork. Cork is a renewable and sustainable material derived from the bark of the cork oak tree, primarily grown in the Mediterranean region. This industry plays a significant role in the global economy, providing a wide array of applications in various sectors, including construction, packaging, and consumer goods.

Production process

The production of articles under cpc code 31922 typically involves several key steps. Natural cork is harvested from the cork oak tree, then processed, cleaned, and graded. Agglomerated cork is produced by grinding and compressing cork granules with the aid of binders. These cork materials are then used to manufacture a variety of products, such as insulation panels, bottle stoppers, coasters, and decorative items, through processes like molding, cutting, and assembly.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of articles under cpc code 31922 include raw cork material, which is the primary resource. Additionally, manufacturers may utilize binders, adhesives, and other materials to create agglomerated cork products. Specialized machinery, such as grinding, molding, and cutting equipment, is also essential for the various production processes involved.

Production outputs

The outputs of the industry covered by cpc code 31922 include a wide range of cork-based products, such as 31921 Natural cork, debacked or roughly squared, or in rectangular blocks, plates, sheets or strip, 31923 Corks and stoppers of natural cork, 31924 Agglomerated cork and articles of agglomerated cork, and other cork-derived articles used in construction, packaging, and consumer applications. These products are often consumed by industries covered under codes such as 16100 Sawmilling and planing of wood, 22220 Manufacture of plastic packing goods, and 32999 Other manufacturing n.e.c., among others.

Family tree for articles of natural cork; agglomerated cork and articles thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3'>3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/31'>31: Products of wood, cork, straw and plaiting materials</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/319'>319: Other products of wood; articles of cork, plaiting materials and straw</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3192'>3192: Articles of cork and straw or other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/31922'>31922: Articles of natural cork; agglomerated cork and articles thereof</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/31921'>31921: Natural cork, debacked or roughly squared, or in blocks, plates, sheets or strip; crushed, granulated or ground cork; waste cork</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/31923'>31923: Manufactures of straw, of esparto or of other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork</a>"]

    

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