Bars and rods of silico-manganese steel

cpc code 41272 covers the production of bars and rods made from silico-manganese steel, a specialized alloy steel that is widely used in various industries. This industry plays a crucial role in the global supply chain, providing essential raw materials for the manufacturing of a diverse range of products, from automotive components to construction materials. The demand for silico-manganese steel bars and rods is driven by the growing need for durable, high-strength materials in various sectors, making this industry a vital contributor to the broader economy.

The production of bars and rods of silico-manganese steel typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, including iron ore, manganese, and silicon, are melted in an electric arc furnace or basic oxygen furnace to create the desired alloy composition. The molten steel is then cast into ingots or continuously cast into billets or blooms. These semi-finished products are then subjected to various hot-working processes, such as rolling or forging, to shape them into the final bars and rods of the desired dimensions and specifications.

The main inputs required for the production of bars and rods of silico-manganese steel include iron ore, manganese, and silicon as the primary raw materials. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as electric arc furnaces, continuous casting machines, and rolling mills, to facilitate the various stages of the production process. Energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are also crucial inputs for the high-temperature melting and hot-working operations.

The primary output of this industry is bars and rods of silico-manganese steel, which are then consumed by a wide range of downstream industries. These products are commonly used in the manufacturing of 41273 Angles, shapes and sections of silico-manganese steel, 41274 Wire of silico-manganese steel, and 41275 Sheets and plates of silico-manganese steel, among other applications. The silico-manganese steel bars and rods produced under cpc code 41272 are essential inputs for industries such as 41111 Pig iron and spiegeleisen in pigs, blocks or other primary forms, 41121 Ferroalloys, and 41211 Flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, not clad, plated or coated, which further process and incorporate these materials into their own products.