Steatite; natural, (not crushed or powdered), whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape; talc

HS v2017 Code: 252610

About steatite; natural, (not crushed or powdered), whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape; talc

HS code 252610 covers the trade of natural steatite, also known as talc. Steatite is a soft, heat-resistant mineral that has a wide range of industrial applications, from ceramics and cosmetics to paper and paint production. As a key raw material for many manufacturing processes, the global steatite market plays an important role in the broader economy.

Production process

Steatite is primarily extracted from natural deposits through mining operations. The mineral is then processed through a series of steps, including sorting, crushing, and sizing, to prepare it for various end-uses. Depending on the specific application, the steatite may also undergo further refining, such as chemical treatment or micronization, to meet industry standards and specifications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the steatite industry include the natural mineral deposits, as well as mining and processing equipment. Factors such as the location and quality of the steatite reserves, as well as the availability of skilled labor and energy resources, can also significantly impact the production process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the steatite industry are the various grades and forms of the mineral, which are then consumed by a wide range of downstream industries. These include the manufacture of 691010 ceramic products, 330499 cosmetics and personal care items, 480300 paper products, and 320910 paints and coatings. The steatite industry also produces talcum powder, which has numerous applications in the pharmaceutical and industrial sectors.

Revisions to 252610

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 252610. The most recent 1 version of this code (252610) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 252610 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for steatite; natural, (not crushed or powdered), whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape; talc

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/25'>25: Salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2526'>2526: Natural steatite; whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape; talc</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/252610'>252610: Steatite; natural, (not crushed or powdered), whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape; talc</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/252620'>252620: Steatite; natural, crushed, powdered, whether or not roughly trimmed or merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape; talc</a>"]

    

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