Nails, tacks, staples (except staples in strips), screws, bolts, nuts, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers and similar articles, of iron, steel, copper or aluminium

CPC v2.1 Code: 42944

About nails, tacks, staples (except staples in strips), screws, bolts, nuts, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers and similar articles, of iron, steel, copper or aluminium

cpc code 42944 covers a wide range of fastening hardware products that are essential components in numerous industries. These products, including nails, tacks, screws, bolts, and washers, play a crucial role in the construction, manufacturing, and automotive sectors, among others. The global market for these items is substantial, driven by the ongoing demand for reliable and durable fastening solutions across a diverse range of applications.

Production process

The production of the items covered under cpc code 42944 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques. This may include stamping, forging, casting, and machining processes to shape the raw materials, which are primarily iron, steel, copper, or aluminium. The specific production methods can vary depending on the type of fastener, its size, and the required specifications. Advanced automation and precision engineering are often employed to ensure consistent quality and high-volume output.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the items under cpc code 42944 include the base metal materials (iron, steel, copper, or aluminium), as well as various tools and machinery for the metalworking processes. This may include stamping presses, forging hammers, casting molds, and CNC machining centers. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating the production equipment and maintaining quality control standards.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by cpc code 42944 are the various types of fasteners, including nails, tacks, staples, screws, bolts, nuts, washers, and similar articles. These products are then consumed by a wide range of other industries, such as 4510 Construction, 2910 Manufacture of motor vehicles, 2511 Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures, and 3311 Repair of fabricated metal products, among others. The versatility and essential nature of these fasteners make them a crucial component in the broader manufacturing and construction supply chains.

Family tree for nails, tacks, staples (except staples in strips), screws, bolts, nuts, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers and similar articles, of iron, steel, copper or aluminium

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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/v2-1/4294'>4294: Metal fasteners, springs and miscellaneous articles made from metal wire</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42944'>42944: Nails, tacks, staples (except staples in strips), screws, bolts, nuts, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers and similar articles, of iron, steel, copper or aluminium</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42941'>42941: Stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42942'>42942: Stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, of copper or aluminium, not electrically insulated</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42943'>42943: Cloth, grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire; expanded metal of iron or steel</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42945'>42945: Springs and leaves for springs, of iron or steel</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/42946'>42946: Barbed wire of iron or steel; twisted hoop or single flat wire, and loosely twisted double wire, of a kind used for fencing, of iron or steel</a>"]

    

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