Rubber and plastics products
CPC v2.1 Code: 36
About rubber and plastics products
cpc code 36 covers a diverse range of rubber and plastics products that are essential components in a wide variety of industries. This sector plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing critical materials and components for manufacturing, construction, transportation, and consumer goods. The rubber and plastics industry is known for its innovation, adaptability, and ability to meet the evolving needs of modern society.
Production process
The production of rubber and plastics products typically involves a combination of chemical processing, molding, and fabrication techniques. Key steps include the compounding of raw materials, such as natural or synthetic rubber, thermoplastics, and various additives, followed by processes like extrusion, injection molding, or compression molding to shape the final products. Advanced techniques like 3D printing and advanced materials science are also increasingly being utilized in this industry.
Production inputs
The rubber and plastics industry relies on a variety of raw materials, including natural and synthetic rubber, thermoplastics (such as polyethylene, polypropylene, and PVC), as well as various additives and reinforcing agents like fillers, plasticizers, and stabilizers. Additionally, the industry requires specialized machinery and equipment for the various production processes, as well as a skilled workforce to operate and maintain these systems.
Production outputs
The outputs of the rubber and plastics industry are diverse, ranging from tires, hoses, and belts to packaging materials, consumer goods, and industrial components. These products are widely used in sectors such as 35 Transportation equipment, 31 Furniture and related products, 32 Wood products, and 33 Nonmetallic mineral products, among others. The versatility and adaptability of rubber and plastics make them essential materials for meeting the evolving needs of the modern economy.
Family tree for rubber and plastics 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/v2-1/36'>36: Rubber and plastics products</a>"] A --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/31'>31: Products of wood, cork, straw and plaiting materials</a>"] A --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32'>32: Pulp, paper and paper products; printed matter and related articles</a>"] A --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/33'>33: Coke oven products; refined petroleum products; nuclear fuel</a>"] A --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/34'>34: Basic chemicals</a>"] A --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/35'>35: Other chemical products; man-made fibres</a>"] A --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/37'>37: Glass and glass products and other non-metallic products n.e.c.</a>"] A --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/38'>38: Furniture; other transportable goods n.e.c.</a>"] A --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/39'>39: Wastes or scraps</a>"] B --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/361'>361: Rubber tyres and tubes</a>"] B --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/362'>362: Other rubber products</a>"] B --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/363'>363: Semi-manufactures of plastics</a>"] B --> N["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/364'>364: Packaging products of plastics</a>"] B --> O["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/369'>369: Other plastics products</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 level2 class D level2 class E level2 class F level2 class G level2 class H level2 class I level2 class J level2 class K level3 class L level3 class M level3 class N level3 class O level3 class B 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 B highlight