Primary materials of the iron and steel industry
CPC v2.1 Code: 4111
About primary materials of the iron and steel industry
cpc code 4111 covers the primary materials of the iron and steel industry, a critical sector that forms the backbone of many other industries. Iron and steel are essential raw materials used in the production of a wide range of goods, from construction materials and transportation equipment to household appliances and machinery. This industry plays a vital role in the global economy, supporting economic growth and development across numerous sectors.
Production process
The production of primary iron and steel materials typically involves several key steps. First, iron ore, coal, and other raw materials are extracted and processed. These materials are then smelted in blast furnaces or electric arc furnaces to produce pig iron or molten steel. The molten steel is then cast into various shapes and forms, such as slabs, billets, or ingots, which can be further processed into finished steel products.
Production inputs
The primary inputs required for the iron and steel industry include iron ore, coal, limestone, and other minerals. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as blast furnaces, rolling mills, and casting equipment. Energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are also essential for the various production processes.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the iron and steel industry include a wide range of semi-finished and finished steel products, such as 4112 Pig iron and ferroalloys, 4113 Crude steel, 4114 Rolled steel products, and 4115 Steel pipes and tubes. These materials are then consumed by various downstream industries, including 4200 Fabricated metal products, 4300 Machinery and equipment, and 4400 Transport equipment.
Family tree for primary materials of the iron and steel industry
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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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/411'>411: Basic iron and steel</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4111'>4111: Primary materials of the iron and steel industry</a>"]
C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4112'>4112: Crude steel</a>"]
D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41111'>41111: Pig iron and spiegeleisen in pigs, blocks or other primary forms</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41112'>41112: Ferro-manganese</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41113'>41113: Ferro-chromium</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41114'>41114: Ferro-nickel</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41115'>41115: Other ferro-alloys</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41116'>41116: Ferrous products obtained by direct reduction of iron ore and other spongy ferrous products, in lumps, pellets or similar forms; iron having a minimum purity by weight of 99.94%, in lumps, pellets or similar forms</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41117'>41117: Granules and powders, of pig iron and spiegeleisen, or steel</a>"]
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