Moulding, pressing, stamping, extruding and similar plastic manufacturing services

cpc code 8920 covers a diverse range of plastic manufacturing services, including moulding, pressing, stamping, and extruding. These processes are essential for transforming raw plastic materials into a wide variety of finished products used across numerous industries. As a key component of the broader manufacturing sector, this industry plays a vital role in supporting economic growth and meeting the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike.

The main production techniques encompassed by cpc code 8920 involve the application of heat, pressure, and specialized machinery to shape and form plastic materials. Moulding processes, such as injection moulding and blow moulding, are used to create complex, three-dimensional plastic parts. Pressing and stamping techniques are employed to produce flat or shaped plastic components, while extrusion is utilized to manufacture continuous plastic profiles, sheets, and tubes.

The primary inputs required for the plastic manufacturing services under cpc code 8920 include various types of plastic resins, such as 3913 Plastics in primary forms, as well as specialized machinery, molds, and tooling. Depending on the specific application, additional inputs may include additives, colorants, and energy sources to power the manufacturing equipment.

The outputs of the plastic manufacturing services covered by cpc code 8920 are diverse, ranging from simple plastic components to complex, finished products. These outputs may be consumed by a wide range of other industries, including 8921 Manufacture of plastic products, 8922 Manufacture of rubber products, and 8923 Manufacture of glass and glass products, among others. The versatility of these plastic manufacturing services allows them to support the production of a vast array of consumer and industrial goods.