Razors and razor blades (including razor blade blanks in strips)

CPC v2.1 Code: 42914

About razors and razor blades (including razor blade blanks in strips)

cpc code 42914 covers the production and trade of razors and razor blades, including razor blade blanks in strips. This industry plays a crucial role in the personal grooming and hygiene sector, catering to the needs of both individual consumers and commercial entities such as barbershops and salons. As an essential component of the broader manufacturing and retail industries, the razors and razor blades segment contributes significantly to the overall economy.

Production process

The manufacturing of razors and razor blades typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, such as steel and plastic, are sourced and prepared. The steel is then cut, shaped, and sharpened to create the blade component. Simultaneously, the handle and other plastic parts are molded and assembled. Finally, the blades and handles are combined to form the complete razor product, which may undergo additional finishing and packaging processes before being distributed to the market.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the razors and razor blades industry include high-quality steel for the blade, various plastic resins for the handle and other components, as well as specialized machinery and tools for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to operate the production equipment and ensure quality control throughout the manufacturing cycle.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the razors and razor blades industry are the finished razor products, which are then distributed to 44611 Retail trade of cosmetic and toilet articles and 96022 Hairdressing and other beauty treatment establishments, as well as directly to individual consumers. The industry's outputs also include razor blade blanks in strips, which may be further processed and incorporated into other 42914 (Razors and razor blades (including razor blade blanks in strips)) products.

Family tree for razors and razor blades (including razor blade blanks in strips)

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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/v2-1/42'>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/v2-1/42914'>42914: Razors and razor blades (including razor blade blanks in strips)</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/v2-1/42912'>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 --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42913'>42913: Knives (except for machines) and scissors, and blades therefor</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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