Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron, steel, copper or aluminium; cooking or heating apparatus of a kind used for domestic purposes, non-electric, of copper; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel, copper or aluminium; iron or steel wool; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10 kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink

CPC v2.1 Code: 42912

About table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron, steel, copper or aluminium; cooking or heating apparatus of a kind used for domestic purposes, non-electric, of copper; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel, copper or aluminium; iron or steel wool; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10 kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink

cpc code 42912 covers a diverse range of household and kitchen articles, including tables, cooking and heating appliances, cleaning tools, and small mechanical appliances used in food preparation. These products are essential components of modern households and the hospitality industry, supporting daily activities and contributing to the broader economy. The versatility and ubiquity of these items make this a significant industry within the broader manufacturing sector.

Production process

The production of the goods covered by cpc code 42912 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques, such as stamping, casting, and machining, as well as assembly processes. Manufacturers may utilize automated equipment and advanced technologies to ensure consistent quality and efficient output, while also incorporating manual finishing touches where necessary.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for this industry include various metals, such as iron, steel, copper, and aluminum, which are the primary raw materials used in the manufacture of these household and kitchen articles. Additionally, manufacturers may require specialized machinery, tools, and components to facilitate the production process. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also essential inputs for the operation of production facilities.

Production outputs

The outputs of this industry, as defined by cpc code 42912, include a wide range of household and kitchen items, such as tables, cooking and heating appliances, cleaning tools, and small mechanical appliances used in food preparation. These products are typically consumed by 63100 Retail trade servicesand 63200 Wholesale trade services, as well as the 55100 Hotels and similar accommodation services and 56100 Restaurants and mobile food service activities sectors, which rely on these items for their operations.

Family tree for table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron, steel, copper or aluminium; cooking or heating apparatus of a kind used for domestic purposes, non-electric, of copper; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel, copper or aluminium; iron or steel wool; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10 kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42'>42: Fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/429'>429: Other fabricated metal products</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4291'>4291: Domestic metal products</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42912'>42912: Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron, steel, copper or aluminium; cooking or heating apparatus of a kind used for domestic purposes, non-electric, of copper; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel, copper or aluminium; iron or steel wool; hand-operated mechanical appliances, weighing 10 kg or less, used in the preparation, conditioning or serving of food or drink</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42911'>42911: Sinks, wash-basins, baths and other sanitary ware and parts thereof, of iron, steel, copper or aluminium</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42913'>42913: Knives (except for machines) and scissors, and blades therefor</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42914'>42914: Razors and razor blades (including razor blade blanks in strips)</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42915'>42915: Other articles of cutlery; manicure or pedicure sets and instruments</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42916'>42916: Spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter-knives, sugar tongs and similar kitchen or table ware</a>"]

    

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