Potassium sulphate (sulphate of potash)
CPC v2.1 Code: 34632
About potassium sulphate (sulphate of potash)
cpc code 34632 covers the production and trade of potassium sulphate, a vital mineral fertilizer used in agriculture. As a key source of potassium, potassium sulphate is an essential nutrient for plant growth and development, making it a crucial input for the global food production system. This industry plays a significant role in supporting the broader agricultural economy and ensuring food security worldwide.
Production process
Potassium sulphate is primarily produced through the processing of natural mineral deposits, such as sylvinite or langbeinite. The main production techniques involve mining, crushing, and chemical processing to extract and purify the potassium sulphate. This may include steps like dissolution, crystallization, and drying to obtain the final product.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the potassium sulphate industry include the raw mineral deposits, energy sources for processing, and specialized equipment like crushers, reactors, and drying units. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to operate the production facilities and maintain quality control.
Production outputs
The primary output of this industry is refined potassium sulphate, which is then distributed and sold to various agricultural sectors, including 01000 Crop and animal production, hunting and related service activities, 20000 Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products, and 46000 Wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles. Potassium sulphate is a crucial input for the production of 20150 Fertilizers and nitrogen compounds and is used to enhance soil fertility and crop yields.
Family tree for potassium sulphate (sulphate of potash)
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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/v2-1/34'>34: Basic chemicals</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/346'>346: Fertilizers and pesticides</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3463'>3463: Mineral or chemical fertilizers, potassic</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/34632'>34632: Potassium sulphate (sulphate of potash)</a>"]
D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/34631'>34631: Potassium chloride (muriate of potash)</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/34639'>34639: Carnallite, sylvite and other potassic fertilizers, n.e.c.</a>"]
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