Chromium ores and concentrates

HS v2017 Code: 261000

About chromium ores and concentrates

HS code 261000 covers chromium ores and concentrates, which are essential raw materials for the production of various chromium-based products. Chromium is a critical element in the manufacturing of stainless steel, alloys, and other specialized industrial applications. The global demand for chromium ores and concentrates is driven by the growth of the steel industry, as well as the increasing use of chromium in the production of chemicals, refractory materials, and other high-performance materials.

Production process

Chromium ores and concentrates are typically extracted from chromite deposits through mining operations. The ore is then crushed, beneficiated, and processed to concentrate the chromium content. This may involve techniques such as gravity separation, magnetic separation, or other physical and chemical methods to remove impurities and increase the purity of the chromium-bearing material.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of chromium ores and concentrates include mining equipment, energy sources (such as electricity or fuel), and water for processing and beneficiation. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, transportation infrastructure, and access to chromite deposits with sufficient chromium content and quality.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 261000 is chromium ores and concentrates, which are then consumed by various downstream industries. These include the 720241 Ferro-chromium and 810120 Chromium manufacturing sectors, as well as the production of 281910 Chromium oxides and hydroxides and other chromium-based chemicals.

Revisions to 261000

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 261000. The most recent 1 version of this code (261000) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 261000 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for chromium ores and concentrates

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