Electronic integrated circuits

CPC v2.1 Code: 4716

About electronic integrated circuits

cpc code 4716 covers the production of electronic integrated circuits, which are the fundamental building blocks of modern electronics and computing. These miniaturized electronic circuits, consisting of interconnected electronic components such as transistors, resistors, and capacitors, are essential components in a wide range of devices, from smartphones and laptops to industrial machinery and medical equipment. The electronic integrated circuits industry plays a crucial role in the global technology landscape, driving innovation and enabling the development of increasingly sophisticated and compact electronic devices.

Production process

The production of electronic integrated circuits involves a complex and highly specialized manufacturing process. The key steps include wafer fabrication, where semiconductor materials are processed to create the integrated circuit's base; circuit design, where the circuit layout and interconnections are determined; and packaging, where the integrated circuit is encased in a protective housing and prepared for integration into electronic devices.

Production inputs

The production of electronic integrated circuits requires a range of specialized inputs, including high-purity semiconductor materials, such as silicon and gallium arsenide, as well as various chemicals, gases, and specialized equipment like cleanrooms, lithography machines, and etching tools. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced software for circuit design and simulation, as well as skilled engineers and technicians to oversee the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the electronic integrated circuits industry is, of course, the integrated circuits themselves, which are then incorporated into a wide range of electronic devices and systems. These integrated circuits may be consumed by industries covered by other CPC codes, such as 8517 Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, 8471 Automatic data processing machines and units thereof, and 9032 Automatic regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus.

Family tree for electronic integrated circuits

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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/v2-1/47'>47: Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/471'>471: Electronic valves and tubes; electronic components; parts thereof</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4716'>4716: Electronic integrated circuits</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4711'>4711: Electrical capacitors</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4712'>4712: Electrical resistors (except heating resistors)</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4713'>4713: Printed circuits</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4714'>4714: Thermionic, cold cathode or photo-cathode valves and tubes (including cathode ray tubes)</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4715'>4715: Diodes, transistors and similar semi-conductor devices; photosensitive semi-conductor devices; light emitting diodes; mounted piezo-electric crystals</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4717'>4717: Parts for the goods of classes 4711, 4712 and 4714 to 4716</a>"]

    D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/47160'>47160: Electronic integrated circuits</a>"]


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