Electronic integrated circuits

cpc code 47160 covers the production of electronic integrated circuits, a critical component in a wide range of electronic devices and systems. These miniaturized electronic circuits, which integrate multiple electronic components on a single semiconductor chip, are the backbone of modern technology, enabling the development of smartphones, computers, industrial automation, and countless other applications that drive the global economy.

The production of electronic integrated circuits involves a complex series of processes, including wafer fabrication, circuit design, and packaging. Wafer fabrication begins with the creation of silicon wafers, which are then processed through a series of steps such as photolithography, etching, and doping to create the desired circuit patterns. Circuit design involves the use of specialized software to design the layout and functionality of the integrated circuit. Finally, the processed wafer is cut into individual chips, which are then packaged and encased to protect the delicate components.

The production of electronic integrated circuits requires a range of specialized inputs, including high-purity silicon wafers, various chemicals and gases used in the fabrication process, and advanced manufacturing equipment such as cleanroom facilities, lithography tools, and testing equipment. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce of engineers, technicians, and scientists to design, develop, and manufacture these complex electronic components.

The primary output of the electronic integrated circuits industry is, of course, the integrated circuits themselves. These components are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 26110 Computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing, 26200 Communications equipment manufacturing, and 33200 Measurement, control, and navigation instruments manufacturing, among others. The integrated circuits produced under cpc code 47160 are essential building blocks for a vast array of electronic devices and systems that are integral to the modern global economy.