Ferro-manganese

CPC v2.1 Code: 41112

About ferro-manganese

cpc code 41112 covers the production of ferro-manganese, a critical ferroalloy used in the steel industry. Ferro-manganese is an essential ingredient in the manufacture of various steel products, as it improves the strength, hardness, and wear resistance of the final steel. This industry plays a vital role in supporting the broader steel supply chain, which is a cornerstone of many industrial and infrastructure sectors.

Production process

The production of ferro-manganese typically involves the smelting of manganese ore, often in conjunction with iron ore, in a high-temperature electric arc furnace. The resulting molten ferro-manganese is then cast into ingots or other forms for further processing and distribution to steel manufacturers.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the ferro-manganese industry include manganese ore, iron ore, and various fluxing agents such as limestone or dolomite. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized smelting furnaces, casting equipment, and a reliable supply of electricity to power the high-temperature production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the ferro-manganese industry is the ferro-manganese alloy itself, which is then consumed by 24100 Steel Manufacturing and other 24 Basic Metals industries to produce a wide range of steel products. The ferro-manganese industry may also generate various by-products, such as slag, which can be utilized in other industries.

Family tree for ferro-manganese

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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>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41112'>41112: Ferro-manganese</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/v2-1/41113'>41113: Ferro-chromium</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41114'>41114: Ferro-nickel</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41115'>41115: Other ferro-alloys</a>"]
D --> J["<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 --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41117'>41117: Granules and powders, of pig iron and spiegeleisen, or steel</a>"]

    

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