Gold (including gold plated with platinum), unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form

CPC v2.1 Code: 4132

About gold (including gold plated with platinum), unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form

cpc code 4132 covers the trade and production of gold, including gold plated with platinum, in its unwrought or semi-manufactured forms, as well as in powder form. This industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing a valuable raw material for a wide range of industries, from jewelry and electronics to aerospace and medical applications. As a highly sought-after precious metal, the gold industry is a significant contributor to international trade and economic development.

Production process

The production of gold under cpc code 4132 involves a series of complex processes. The primary source of gold is typically gold ore, which is extracted from mines through various mining techniques, such as open-pit or underground mining. The extracted ore is then processed to separate the gold from other minerals and impurities, often using methods like smelting, leaching, or electroplating. The refined gold can then be cast into ingots, bars, or other semi-manufactured forms, or further processed into gold powder for specialized applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the gold industry under cpc code 4132 include gold ore, mining and processing equipment, energy sources, and skilled labor. Gold ore is the primary raw material, which is sourced from gold mines around the world. Specialized machinery, such as crushers, mills, and smelters, is used to extract and refine the gold. Additionally, the industry relies on a steady supply of energy, typically in the form of electricity or fuel, to power the production processes. Finally, the industry requires a skilled workforce, including geologists, mining engineers, and metallurgists, to ensure efficient and safe operations.

Production outputs

The primary output of the gold industry under cpc code 4132 is refined gold in various forms, including ingots, bars, and powder. These gold products are then used as inputs for a wide range of industries, such as 7113 Manufacture of jewelry and related articles, 2620 Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment, and 3030 Manufacture of air and spacecraft and related machinery. The gold produced under this code can also be used in the production of gold-plated or gold-filled products, which are covered under other classification codes.

Family tree for gold (including gold plated with platinum), unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form

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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/v2-1/413'>413: Basic precious metals and metals clad with precious metals</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4132'>4132: Gold (including gold plated with platinum), unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4131'>4131: Silver (including silver plated with gold or platinum), unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4133'>4133: Platinum, unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4134'>4134: Base metals or silver, clad with gold, not further worked than semi-manufactured</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4135'>4135: Base metals clad with silver, and base metals, silver or gold clad with platinum, not further worked than semi-manufactured</a>"]

    D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41320'>41320: Gold (including gold plated with platinum), unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form</a>"]


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