Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (other than for compressed or liquefied gas) of iron, steel or aluminium, of a capacity not exceeding 300 litres, not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment; stoppers, caps and lids (including crown corks), capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packing accessories, of base metal
CPC v2.1 Code: 4293
About tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (other than for compressed or liquefied gas) of iron, steel or aluminium, of a capacity not exceeding 300 litres, not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment; stoppers, caps and lids (including crown corks), capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packing accessories, of base metal
cpc code 4293 encompasses a diverse range of metal containers and packaging accessories that are essential for the storage, transportation, and distribution of a wide variety of goods. These products play a crucial role in the global import/export industry, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of commodities across borders. This industry's significance extends beyond its immediate applications, as it supports the broader economic ecosystem by facilitating the flow of raw materials, finished products, and consumer goods.
Production process
The production of the items covered under cpc code 4293 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques, such as stamping, pressing, and welding. Manufacturers may utilize automated machinery and advanced fabrication processes to ensure consistent quality and high-volume output. The specific production methods can vary depending on the type of container or accessory being manufactured, as well as the choice of base metal (iron, steel, or aluminum).
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of cpc code 4293 items include raw metal materials, such as sheets, coils, or bars of iron, steel, or aluminum. Additionally, manufacturers may require various tools, dies, and specialized equipment to shape, assemble, and finish the containers and accessories. Depending on the specific product, other inputs may include sealants, gaskets, and coatings to enhance the containers' durability and functionality.
Production outputs
The products covered under cpc code 4293 are widely used across multiple industries, serving as essential packaging and storage solutions. These containers and accessories are commonly utilized in the 4292 Containers for compressed or liquefied gas, of metal, 4294 Containers of plastics, and 4295 Containers of wood, cork, or other materials industries, as well as in the broader manufacturing, logistics, and consumer goods sectors.
Family tree for tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (other than for compressed or liquefied gas) of iron, steel or aluminium, of a capacity not exceeding 300 litres, not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment; stoppers, caps and lids (including crown corks), capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packing accessories, of base metal
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/v2-1/4293'>4293: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (other than for compressed or liquefied gas) of iron, steel or aluminium, of a capacity not exceeding 300 litres, not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment; stoppers, caps and lids (including crown corks), capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packing accessories, of base metal</a>"] C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4291'>4291: Domestic metal products</a>"] C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4292'>4292: Hand tools (including hand tools of a kind used in agriculture, horticulture or forestry, hand saws, files, pliers and metal cutting shears, hand-operated spanners, blow-lamps and clamps); interchangeable tools for hand tools or for machine tools, including dies for drawing or extruding metal, and rock drilling or earth boring tools; knives for machines; plates, sticks, tips and the like for tools, unmounted, of sintered metal carbides or cermets</a>"] C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4294'>4294: Metal fasteners, springs and miscellaneous articles made from metal wire</a>"] C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4295'>4295: Wire, rods, tubes, plates, electrodes and similar products, of base metal or of metal carbides, coated or cored with flux material, of a kind used for soldering, brazing, welding or deposition of metal or of metal carbides; wire and rods, of agglomerated base metal powder, used for metal spraying</a>"] C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4299'>4299: Other metal goods</a>"] D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42931'>42931: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (other than for compressed or liquefied gas) of iron, steel or aluminium, of a capacity not exceeding 300 litres, not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment</a>"] D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42932'>42932: Stoppers, caps and lids (including crown corks), capsules for bottles, threaded bungs, bung covers, seals and other packing accessories, of base metal</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level1 class B level2 class C level3 class D level4 class E level4 class F level4 class G level4 class H level4 class I level4 class J level5 class K level5 class D highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class D highlight