Newsprint, hand-made paper and other uncoated paper and paperboard of a kind used for graphic purposes, and punch card stock and punch tape paper

CPC v2.1 Code: 3212

About newsprint, hand-made paper and other uncoated paper and paperboard of a kind used for graphic purposes, and punch card stock and punch tape paper

cpc code 3212 encompasses a diverse range of paper and paperboard products that are primarily used for graphic and informational purposes. This industry plays a vital role in the global economy, providing essential materials for publishing, printing, and various other applications. The products covered under this code are foundational to the dissemination of knowledge, the preservation of cultural heritage, and the facilitation of communication in both digital and physical formats.

Production process

The production of the paper and paperboard products within cpc code 3212 typically involves a combination of mechanical and chemical processes. Newsprint, for instance, is often produced through a mechanical pulping process, where wood fibers are mechanically separated and then formed into a continuous sheet. Hand-made paper, on the other hand, is created through a more artisanal process, where individual sheets are formed by hand using a mold and deckle. Other uncoated paper and paperboard products may utilize a variety of pulping and papermaking techniques, depending on the specific end-use requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of cpc code 3212 products include various types of wood pulp, both mechanical and chemical, as well as recycled paper and paperboard. Depending on the specific product, other raw materials such as fillers, sizing agents, and specialty chemicals may also be used. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as paper machines, pulp mills, and finishing equipment, to transform the raw materials into the final products.

Production outputs

The outputs of cpc code 3212 include a wide range of paper and paperboard products, such as newsprint, hand-made paper, and other uncoated paper and paperboard used for graphic purposes. These materials are then consumed by a variety of industries, including 3222 Printing and service activities related to printing, 5811 Book publishing, 5813 Publishing of newspapers, journals and periodicals, and 8219 Photocopying, document preparation and other specialized office support activities.

Family tree for newsprint, hand-made paper and other uncoated paper and paperboard of a kind used for graphic purposes, and punch card stock and punch tape paper

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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/v2-1/32'>32: Pulp, paper and paper products; printed matter and related articles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/321'>321: Pulp, paper and paperboard</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3212'>3212: Newsprint, hand-made paper and other uncoated paper and paperboard of a kind used for graphic purposes, and punch card stock and punch tape paper</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3211'>3211: Pulps of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3213'>3213: Toilet tissue stock, uncoated kraftliner and other uncoated paper and paperboard; miscellaneous other papers</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3214'>3214: Processed paper and paperboard</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3215'>3215: Corrugated paper and paperboard and containers of paper and paperboard</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3219'>3219: Other paper and paperboard products</a>"]

    D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32121'>32121: Newsprint</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32122'>32122: Hand-made paper and paperboard</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32129'>32129: Other uncoated paper and paperboard, of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, and punch card stock and punch tape paper</a>"]


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