Other chemical products

CPC v2.1 Code: 3549

About other chemical products

cpc code 3549, 'Other chemical products', encompasses a diverse range of chemical manufacturing activities that play a vital role in the broader economy. This industry produces a wide array of specialized chemicals used as inputs for various downstream industries, from pharmaceuticals and plastics to agriculture and textiles. The versatility and importance of these chemical products make this industry a key contributor to economic growth and development.

Production process

The production techniques employed in the 'Other chemical products' industry vary widely depending on the specific type of chemical being manufactured. However, common methods often involve chemical reactions, distillation, filtration, and other separation processes to extract, purify, and formulate the desired chemical compounds. Advanced technologies, such as continuous flow chemistry and automated process control, are increasingly being adopted to improve efficiency, quality, and safety in chemical production.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 'Other chemical products' industry include a variety of raw materials, such as 2411 Manufacture of basic chemicals, 2412 Manufacture of fertilizers and nitrogen compounds, and 2413 Manufacture of plastics in primary forms. Additionally, specialized equipment, machinery, and energy sources are necessary to facilitate the complex chemical processes involved in this industry.

Production outputs

The 'Other chemical products' industry produces a diverse range of outputs, including 2420 Manufacture of pesticides and other agrochemical products, 2441 Manufacture of basic pharmaceutical products, and 2442 Manufacture of pharmaceutical preparations. These chemical products are then consumed by various downstream industries, contributing to the development of a wide range of consumer and industrial goods.

Family tree for other chemical products

    graph LR
    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/v2-1/35'>35: Other chemical products; man-made fibres</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/354'>354: Chemical products n.e.c.</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3549'>3549: Other chemical products</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3541'>3541: Essential oils and concentrates, aqueous distillates and aqueous solutions thereof; resinoids; terpenic by-products of the deterpenation of essential oils; mixtures of odoriferous substances of a kind used as raw materials in industry</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3542'>3542: Glues and gelatine, peptones and their derivatives, and related products; caseinates and other casein derivatives; albuminates and other albumin derivatives</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3543'>3543: Lubricating preparations and preparations of a kind used for the oil or grease treatment of materials, except of petroleum; prepared additives for mineral oils; prepared liquids for hydraulic transmission, except of petroleum; anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3544'>3544: Modelling pastes; "dental wax" or "dental impression compounds"; other preparations for use in dentistry with a basis of plaster; preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades; prepared culture media for development and maintenance of micro-organisms and plant, human or animal cells; composite diagnostic or laboratory reagents n.e.c.</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3545'>3545: Prepared explosives; safety fuses; detonating fuses; percussion or detonating caps; igniters; electric detonators</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3546'>3546: Pyrotechnic articles</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3547'>3547: Chemical elements and compounds doped for use in electronics</a>"]

    D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/35491'>35491: Biodiesel</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/35499'>35499: Other chemical products n.e.c.</a>"]


    %% Color coordination by level

    classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level1
class B level2
class C level3
class D level4
class E level4
class F level4
class G level4
class H level4
class I level4
class J level4
class K level4
class L level5
class M level5

  class D highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
  %% class D highlight