Basic metals

CPC v2.1 Code: 41

About basic metals

cpc code 41 covers the basic metals industry, which is a critical component of the broader manufacturing and construction sectors. This industry is responsible for the production of essential raw materials such as iron, steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous metals. These basic metals serve as the foundation for a wide range of products and infrastructure, making the basic metals industry a vital part of the global economy.

Production process

The production of basic metals typically involves a series of complex processes, including mining, smelting, refining, and casting. Mining operations extract the raw ores from the earth, which are then processed through smelting to separate the desired metals from impurities. Refining techniques are then used to further purify the metals, ensuring they meet the required specifications. Finally, the refined metals are cast into various shapes and forms, ready for use in a variety of applications.

Production inputs

The basic metals industry requires a significant amount of raw materials, primarily in the form of metal ores and scrap. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as furnaces, rolling mills, and casting equipment, to facilitate the production process. Energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are also crucial inputs for the industry's operations.

Production outputs

The basic metals industry produces a wide range of outputs, including 42 Fabricated metal products, 43 Machinery and equipment, and 45 Construction. These basic metal products are then used as inputs for a variety of downstream industries, contributing to the development of infrastructure, transportation, and consumer goods.

Family tree for basic metals

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41'>41: Basic metals</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42'>42: Fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/43'>43: General-purpose machinery</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44'>44: Special-purpose machinery</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/45'>45: Office, accounting and computing machinery</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/46'>46: Electrical machinery and apparatus</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/47'>47: Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/48'>48: Medical appliances, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49'>49: Transport equipment</a>"]

    B --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/411'>411: Basic iron and steel</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/412'>412: Products of iron or steel</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/413'>413: Basic precious metals and metals clad with precious metals</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/414'>414: Copper, nickel, aluminium, alumina, lead, zinc and tin, unwrought</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/415'>415: Semi-finished products of copper, nickel, aluminium, lead, zinc and tin or their alloys</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/416'>416: Other non-ferrous metals and articles thereof (including waste and scrap of some metals); cermets and articles thereof</a>"]


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