Flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, of a width of less than 600 mm

CPC v2.1 Code: 41212

About flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, of a width of less than 600 mm

cpc code 41212 covers the production of flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, with a width of less than 600 mm. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader steel manufacturing sector, providing essential raw materials for a wide range of downstream industries, including 41213 Flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than cold-rolled, 41214 Flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than cold-rolled, of a width of 600 mm or more, and 41215 Flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than cold-rolled, of a width of less than 600 mm. The production of these flat-rolled steel products is a key component of the global supply chain, supporting the manufacturing of a diverse range of products, from construction materials to automotive parts.

Production process

The production of flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, with a width of less than 600 mm involves a series of well-established techniques. The process typically begins with the melting of iron ore, scrap metal, and other raw materials in a blast furnace or electric arc furnace to produce molten steel. The molten steel is then cast into solid, continuous slabs or billets. These semi-finished products are then fed into a rolling mill, where they are subjected to intense heat and pressure to flatten and elongate the material, resulting in the desired flat-rolled steel products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, with a width of less than 600 mm include iron ore, scrap metal, and various alloying elements, such as manganese, chromium, and nickel. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized rolling mill equipment, including rolling stands, cooling beds, and coiling/uncoiling machinery. Energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are also essential for the high-temperature processes involved in steel production.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, with a width of less than 600 mm. These semi-finished steel products are then consumed by a range of downstream industries, including 41213 Flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than cold-rolled, 41214 Flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than cold-rolled, of a width of 600 mm or more, and 41215 Flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than cold-rolled, of a width of less than 600 mm, which further process the material into a wide variety of end-use products, such as construction materials, automotive components, and household appliances.

Family tree for flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, of a width of less than 600 mm

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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/v2-1/412'>412: Products of iron or steel</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4121'>4121: Flat-rolled products of steel, not further worked than hot-rolled</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41212'>41212: Flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, of a width of less than 600 mm</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41211'>41211: Flat-rolled products of non-alloy steel, not further worked than hot-rolled, of a width of 600 mm or more</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41213'>41213: Flat-rolled products of alloy steel (except of silicon-electrical steel), not further worked than hot-rolled, of a width of 600 mm or more</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41214'>41214: Flat-rolled products of alloy steel (except of silicon-electrical or high-speed steel), not further worked than hot-rolled, of a width of less than 600 mm</a>"]

    

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