Isotopes n.e.c. and compounds thereof (including heavy water)

CPC v2.1 Code: 34260

Section	Division	Group	Class	Subclass
3	34	342	3426	34260

Code	34260
Version	CPC v2.1
Hierarchy Level	5
Datasource	UNSTATS
Section	3
Division	3 34
Group	3 342
Class	3 3426

Ancestor Codes: 3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment; 34: Basic chemicals; 342: Basic inorganic chemicals n.e.c.; 3426: Isotopes n.e.c. and compounds thereof (including heavy water)

This Code: 34260: Isotopes n.e.c. and compounds thereof (including heavy water)

About isotopes n.e.c. and compounds thereof (including heavy water)

cpc code 34260 covers the production and processing of isotopes and their compounds, including heavy water. This industry plays a crucial role in various scientific and technological applications, from medical diagnostics and treatments to nuclear energy research and development. As a specialized segment within the broader chemical manufacturing sector, the isotopes industry contributes to the advancement of scientific knowledge and the development of innovative solutions across multiple industries.

Production process

The production of isotopes and their compounds typically involves complex separation and purification processes. Common techniques used in this industry include gaseous diffusion, centrifugation, and electromagnetic separation, which are employed to isolate specific isotopes from natural or enriched sources. Additionally, chemical synthesis methods are utilized to create various isotopic compounds, often requiring precise control of reaction conditions and specialized equipment.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the isotopes industry include raw materials such as natural or enriched source materials (e.g., uranium, deuterium), as well as specialized equipment and machinery for the separation, purification, and synthesis processes. This industry also relies on highly skilled personnel, including scientists, engineers, and technicians, to operate the complex production facilities and ensure the quality and safety of the final products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the isotopes industry include a wide range of isotopic compounds and materials, which find applications in various fields, such as 85000 Medical and dental instruments and supplies, 85100 Electromedical and electrotherapeutic apparatus, 20110 Nuclear fuel, and 72200 Manufacture of television and radio transmitters and apparatus for line telephony and line telegraphy. These isotopic products are essential for medical imaging, cancer treatment, scientific research, and the development of advanced technologies.

Family tree for isotopes n.e.c. and compounds thereof (including heavy water)

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/34'>34: Basic chemicals</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/342'>342: Basic inorganic chemicals n.e.c.</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3426'>3426: Isotopes n.e.c. and compounds thereof (including heavy water)</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/34260'>34260: Isotopes n.e.c. and compounds thereof (including heavy water)</a>"]

    
    

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