Tungsten, molybdenum, tantalum, magnesium, cobalt, cadmium, titanium, zirconium, beryllium, gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium and thallium, germanium and vanadium, unwrought, and powders thereof, except powders of magnesium; waste and scrap of gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium, germanium and vanadium; cobalt mattes and other intermediate products of cobalt metallurgy

CPC v2.1 Code: 41601

About tungsten, molybdenum, tantalum, magnesium, cobalt, cadmium, titanium, zirconium, beryllium, gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium and thallium, germanium and vanadium, unwrought, and powders thereof, except powders of magnesium; waste and scrap of gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium, germanium and vanadium; cobalt mattes and other intermediate products of cobalt metallurgy

cpc code 41601 encompasses a diverse range of rare and precious metals, including tungsten, molybdenum, tantalum, and cobalt. These materials play a crucial role in various industries, from aerospace and defense to electronics and renewable energy. Their unique properties, such as high melting points, corrosion resistance, and superior strength-to-weight ratios, make them indispensable in the production of advanced technologies and cutting-edge applications.

Production process

The production of the materials covered under cpc code 41601 typically involves complex metallurgical processes. Tungsten, for example, is often extracted from tungsten-bearing ores through a series of chemical and thermal treatments, while cobalt is commonly produced as a by-product of copper and nickel mining. These metals are then refined, alloyed, and processed into various forms, such as powders, ingots, and sheets, to meet the specific needs of different industries.

Production inputs

The production of the materials under cpc code 41601 requires a range of raw materials, machinery, and specialized equipment. In addition to the primary metal ores, the process may involve the use of various chemicals, fuels, and energy sources. Specialized furnaces, reactors, and separation equipment are also essential for the extraction, purification, and processing of these metals. The industry also relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in metallurgy, engineering, and process optimization.

Production outputs

The materials covered under cpc code 41601 are widely used as inputs for a variety of downstream industries. Tungsten, for instance, is a key component in the production of 41602 Tungsten carbide tools, 41603 Tungsten wire, tungsten electrodes and tungsten products used in lighting and electronics, and 41604 Tungsten alloys and articles thereof, nes. Cobalt, on the other hand, is used in the manufacture of 41605 Cobalt, unwrought, and powders thereof; cobalt mattes and other intermediate products of cobalt metallurgy; waste and scrap and 41606 Cobalt oxides and hydroxides; commercial cobalt oxides.

Family tree for tungsten, molybdenum, tantalum, magnesium, cobalt, cadmium, titanium, zirconium, beryllium, gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium and thallium, germanium and vanadium, unwrought, and powders thereof, except powders of magnesium; waste and scrap of gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium, germanium and vanadium; cobalt mattes and other intermediate products of cobalt metallurgy

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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/v2-1/416'>416: Other non-ferrous metals and articles thereof (including waste and scrap of some metals); cermets and articles thereof</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4160'>4160: Other non-ferrous metals and articles thereof (including waste and scrap of some metals); cermets and articles thereof</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41601'>41601: Tungsten, molybdenum, tantalum, magnesium, cobalt, cadmium, titanium, zirconium, beryllium, gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium and thallium, germanium and vanadium, unwrought, and powders thereof, except powders of magnesium; waste and scrap of gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium, germanium and vanadium; cobalt mattes and other intermediate products of cobalt metallurgy</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41602'>41602: Tungsten, molybdenum, tantalum, magnesium, cobalt, cadmium, titanium, zirconium, beryllium, gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium and thallium, germanium and vanadium, wrought, and articles thereof; powders of magnesium</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41603'>41603: Bismuth, antimony, manganese, chromium and articles thereof; including waste and scrap of bismuth or manganese</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/41604'>41604: Cermets and articles thereof</a>"]

    

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