Lead ores and concentrates

HS v2017 Code: 260700

About lead ores and concentrates

HS code 260700 covers lead ores and concentrates, which are essential raw materials for the production of lead, a widely used metal in various industries. Lead is a dense, malleable, and corrosion-resistant metal with a wide range of applications, including the manufacture of batteries, ammunition, radiation shielding, and construction materials. The lead ore and concentrate industry plays a crucial role in the global supply chain, providing the necessary inputs for these important industries.

Production process

The production of lead ores and concentrates typically involves mining, crushing, and beneficiation processes. Mining operations extract the lead-bearing ores from the earth, which are then crushed and processed to separate the lead-containing minerals from the surrounding rock and impurities. Beneficiation techniques, such as flotation, gravity separation, and leaching, are used to concentrate the lead content and produce a high-quality lead ore or concentrate that can be further processed into refined lead.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the lead ore and concentrate industry include mining equipment, such as excavators, crushers, and processing plants, as well as energy sources, such as electricity and fuel, to power the production processes. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, including geologists, mining engineers, and processing technicians, to efficiently extract and process the lead-bearing ores.

Production outputs

The primary output of the lead ore and concentrate industry is the lead-containing material, which is then further processed by 280700 Lead and articles thereof industries to produce refined lead and lead-based products. These lead-based products are used in a wide range of applications, including 850710 Lead-acid accumulators, 930630 Cartridges, and 681181 Building materials, among others.

Revisions to 260700

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 260700. The most recent 1 version of this code (260700) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 260700 ( HS v2017).

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