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

CPC v2.1 Code: 41116

About 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

cpc code 41116 covers a specialized segment of the ferrous metals industry, focused on the production of high-purity iron and spongy ferrous products. These materials are obtained through the direct reduction of iron ore, a process that yields a highly concentrated and pure form of iron. This industry plays a crucial role in supplying raw materials for a wide range of downstream industries, from steel manufacturing to specialized applications requiring exceptional iron purity.

Production process

The production of ferrous products under cpc code 41116 involves the direct reduction of iron ore, a process that uses reducing agents such as natural gas or coal to extract the iron content from the ore. The resulting spongy ferrous material is then processed into various forms, including lumps, pellets, and other similar shapes. This direct reduction method allows for the production of iron with a minimum purity of 99.94%, making it suitable for specialized applications that require exceptional material properties.

Production inputs

The key inputs for the industry covered by cpc code 41116 include high-quality iron ore, reducing agents such as natural gas or coal, and specialized equipment for the direct reduction process. Additionally, the industry may rely on various auxiliary materials and utilities, such as energy sources, water, and specialized transportation infrastructure to move the raw materials and finished products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry under cpc code 41116 are high-purity ferrous products, including lumps, pellets, and other spongy forms. These materials are often used as feedstock for the production of 41121 Steel in ingots or other primary forms, 41122 Semi-finished products of steel, and other specialized ferrous products. The exceptional purity of these materials makes them suitable for applications that require advanced material properties, such as in the production of 41131 Flat-rolled products of steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, 41132 (Flat-rolled products of steel, not further worked than cold-rolled (cold-reduced)), and various other specialized steel products.

Family tree for 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

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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/v2-1/41116'>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 --> 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/v2-1/41117'>41117: Granules and powders, of pig iron and spiegeleisen, or steel</a>"]

    

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