Zinc bars, rods, profiles and wire; zinc plates, sheets, strip and foil

CPC v2.1 Code: 41545

About zinc bars, rods, profiles and wire; zinc plates, sheets, strip and foil

cpc code 41545 covers a diverse range of zinc-based products that are essential components in various industries. Zinc is a versatile metal with a wide range of applications, from construction and infrastructure to automotive and electronics. The production and trade of these zinc-based products play a crucial role in the global economy, supporting the development of numerous downstream industries.

Production process

The main production techniques for the products covered under cpc code 41545 involve the smelting and refining of zinc ore to produce pure zinc metal. This is then cast into bars, rods, and profiles, or rolled into plates, sheets, strip, and foil. The specific techniques used may vary depending on the final product, but typically include processes such as melting, casting, rolling, and drawing.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of the items under cpc code 41545 are zinc ore, as well as various alloying elements and additives, depending on the specific product. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment for the smelting, casting, rolling, and finishing processes. Energy sources, such as electricity and natural gas, are also important inputs for the production of these zinc-based products.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the industry covered by cpc code 41545 are a diverse range of zinc-based products, including bars, rods, profiles, wire, plates, sheets, strip, and foil. These outputs are then consumed by a variety of downstream industries, such as 41546 Construction materials, 41547 Fabricated metal products, and 41548 Machinery and equipment.

Family tree for zinc bars, rods, profiles and wire; zinc plates, sheets, strip and foil

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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/v2-1/415'>415: Semi-finished products of copper, nickel, aluminium, lead, zinc and tin or their alloys</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4154'>4154: Semi-finished products of lead, zinc and tin or their alloys</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41545'>41545: Zinc bars, rods, profiles and wire; zinc plates, sheets, strip and foil</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41542'>41542: Lead plates, sheets, strip and foil; lead powders and flakes</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41544'>41544: Zinc dust, powders and flakes</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41547'>41547: Tin bars, rods, profiles and wire</a>"]

    

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