Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of waste and scrap and materials for recycling

CPC v2.1 Code: 61195

About wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of waste and scrap and materials for recycling

cpc code 61195 covers the wholesale trade services of waste, scrap, and recycling materials. This industry plays a crucial role in the circular economy, facilitating the collection, sorting, and distribution of materials that can be reused or repurposed. By diverting waste from landfills and providing raw materials for various manufacturing processes, this industry contributes to environmental sustainability and resource efficiency across the broader economy.

Production process

The main production techniques in this industry involve the collection, sorting, and processing of waste and scrap materials. Businesses may use a combination of manual and automated methods to gather, categorize, and prepare these materials for resale to manufacturers and other consumers. Key steps include the collection of materials from various sources, such as businesses and households, the separation of different material types, and the potential processing or cleaning of the materials to meet the requirements of downstream industries.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for this industry are the waste and scrap materials collected from various sources. This can include a wide range of materials, such as metals, plastics, paper, textiles, and electronic waste. In addition to the raw materials, businesses in this industry may require specialized equipment, such as sorting machines, balers, and shredders, to handle and process the collected materials. Transportation services and storage facilities are also important inputs to ensure the efficient movement and storage of the materials.

Production outputs

The main outputs of this industry are the sorted, processed, and packaged waste and scrap materials that are sold to 38110 Manufacture of basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys, 38120 Manufacture of basic precious and other non-ferrous metals, 38210 Manufacture of rubber products, 38220 Manufacture of plastics products, and other manufacturing industries that use these materials as raw inputs for their production processes. By providing these secondary raw materials, the wholesale trade services of waste and scrap contribute to the overall efficiency and sustainability of the manufacturing sector.

Family tree for wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of waste and scrap and materials for recycling

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6'>6: Distributive trade services; accommodation, food and beverage serving services; transport services; and electricity, gas and water distribution services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61'>61: Wholesale trade services</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/611'>611: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6119'>6119: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of other products</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61195'>61195: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of waste and scrap and materials for recycling</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61191'>61191: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61192'>61192: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of metal ores and metal in primary forms</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61193'>61193: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of wood in the rough</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61194'>61194: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of paper and paperboard</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61197'>61197: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of electricity</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61198'>61198: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of water</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61199'>61199: Wholesale trade services, except on a fee or contract basis, of non-metallic minerals and other products n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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