Plasters

CPC v2.1 Code: 3741

About plasters

cpc code 3741 covers the production of plasters, a vital material used in construction, healthcare, and various industrial applications. Plasters are powdery substances that, when mixed with water, form a paste that can be applied to surfaces and allowed to harden, creating a smooth, durable finish. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader construction and manufacturing sectors, providing essential materials for a wide range of projects and products.

Production process

The production of plasters typically involves the mining and processing of gypsum, a naturally occurring mineral. The gypsum is crushed, heated, and then ground into a fine powder. Additives such as lime, sand, or other materials may be mixed in to modify the plaster's properties, such as its setting time, strength, or water resistance. The resulting plaster powder is then packaged and distributed for use in various applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the plaster industry include gypsum, as the primary raw material, as well as various additives and processing equipment. Gypsum is typically mined from natural deposits or obtained as a byproduct of other industrial processes, such as 2819 Chemical and Fertilizer Mineral Mining. Other inputs may include lime, sand, water, and specialized machinery for crushing, heating, and grinding the raw materials.

Production outputs

The primary output of the plaster industry is, of course, plaster itself, which is used in a wide range of applications. Plasters are commonly used in construction for plastering walls, ceilings, and other surfaces, as well as in the production of 3271 Concrete Products, 3272 Gypsum Product Manufacturing, and 3273 Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing. Plasters are also used in healthcare for casting and molding, and in various industrial processes.

Family tree for plasters

    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/v2-1/37'>37: Glass and glass products and other non-metallic products n.e.c.</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/374'>374: Plaster, lime and cement</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3741'>3741: Plasters</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3742'>3742: Quicklime, slaked lime and hydraulic lime</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3743'>3743: Cement clinkers</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3744'>3744: Portland cement, aluminous cement, slag cement and similar hydraulic cements, except in the form of clinkers</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3745'>3745: Calcinated or agglomerated dolomite</a>"]

    D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/37410'>37410: Plasters</a>"]


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