Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of metal ores and metal in primary forms

CPC v2.1 Code: 61292

About wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of metal ores and metal in primary forms

cpc code 61292 covers the wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis for metal ores and metal in primary forms. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy, facilitating the distribution and trade of essential raw materials used in a wide range of manufacturing and construction activities. By connecting producers with downstream consumers, this industry helps ensure the efficient flow of these critical resources throughout the supply chain.

Production process

The main production techniques in this industry involve the brokerage and agency services that facilitate the wholesale trade of metal ores and primary metal products. This includes activities such as negotiating sales contracts, arranging logistics and transportation, and managing the financial transactions between buyers and sellers. Wholesalers in this industry leverage their market knowledge, established relationships, and economies of scale to provide value-added services that connect producers with end-users.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for this industry include a deep understanding of the metal ores and primary metals markets, strong relationships with both suppliers and buyers, and the necessary infrastructure and logistics capabilities to coordinate the efficient movement of these materials. Wholesalers in this industry also rely on skilled personnel, such as sales representatives and trade specialists, to effectively match supply and demand.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the wholesale trade services that facilitate the distribution of metal ores and primary metal products to a variety of downstream industries. These outputs are consumed by manufacturers, construction firms, and other businesses that require these raw materials as inputs for their own production processes. Some of the related CPC codes that may consume the outputs of this industry include 41110 Mining and quarrying services for metal ores, 41210 Basic iron and steel manufacturing services, and 41220 Precious and other non-ferrous metal manufacturing services.

Family tree for wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of metal ores and metal in primary forms

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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/v2-1/612'>612: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6129'>6129: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of other products</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61292'>61292: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of metal ores and metal in primary forms</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61291'>61291: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61293'>61293: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of wood in the rough</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61294'>61294: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of paper and paperboard</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61295'>61295: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of waste and scrap and materials for recycling</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61297'>61297: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of electricity</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61298'>61298: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of water</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/61299'>61299: Wholesale trade services on a fee or contract basis, of non-metallic minerals and other products n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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