Niobium, tantalum, vanadium or zirconium ores and concentrates
HS v2017 Code: 2615
About niobium, tantalum, vanadium or zirconium ores and concentrates
HS code 2615 covers the trade of niobium, tantalum, vanadium, and zirconium ores and concentrates. These rare earth metals have become increasingly important in modern industries, with applications ranging from aerospace engineering to electronics and renewable energy technologies. The extraction and processing of these strategic minerals play a crucial role in the global supply chain, supporting the growth and innovation of various downstream sectors.
Production process
The production of niobium, tantalum, vanadium, and zirconium ores and concentrates typically involves mining, mineral processing, and beneficiation techniques. Mining operations extract the raw ores from the earth, which are then crushed, milled, and subjected to various separation processes to concentrate the target minerals. Techniques such as gravity separation, magnetic separation, and flotation are commonly employed to upgrade the ore and remove impurities, resulting in the final concentrated products.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of HS code 2615 products include the raw mineral deposits, mining and processing equipment, energy sources, and water resources. Specialized machinery, such as excavators, crushers, and separation equipment, is necessary to extract and process the ores. Additionally, the production process may require various chemical reagents and consumables, depending on the specific techniques used.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of HS code 2615 are the concentrated ores and mineral concentrates of niobium, tantalum, vanadium, and zirconium. These materials are then consumed by a range of downstream industries, including 8401 Nuclear reactors, 8411 Turbojets, turbopropellers and other gas turbines, 8506 Primary cells and primary batteries, and 8507 (Electric accumulators, incl. separators therefor, whether or not rectangular (incl. square)). The processed ores and concentrates are essential inputs for the production of various high-tech products, contributing to the advancement of technology and the transition towards more sustainable energy solutions.
Family tree for niobium, tantalum, vanadium or zirconium ores and concentrates
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/26'>26: Ores, slag and ash</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2615'>2615: Niobium, tantalum, vanadium or zirconium ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2601'>2601: Iron ores and concentrates; including roasted iron pyrites</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2602'>2602: Manganese ores and concentrates, including ferruginous manganese ores and concentrates with a manganese content of 20% or more, calculated on the dry weight</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2603'>2603: Copper ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2604'>2604: Nickel ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2605'>2605: Cobalt ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2606'>2606: Aluminium ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2607'>2607: Lead ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2608'>2608: Zinc ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2609'>2609: Tin ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2610'>2610: Chromium ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2611'>2611: Tungsten ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2612'>2612: Uranium or thorium ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2613'>2613: Molybdenum ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2614'>2614: Titanium ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2616'>2616: Precious metal ores and concentrates</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2617'>2617: Ores and concentrates; n.e.c. in heading no. 2601</a>"]
A --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2618'>2618: Granulated slag (slag sand) from the manufacture of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2619'>2619: Slag, dross; (other than granulated slag), scalings and other waste from the manufacture of iron or steel</a>"]
A --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2620'>2620: Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel) containing metals, arsenic or their compounds</a>"]
A --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2621'>2621: Slag and ash n.e.c. in chapter 26; including seaweed ash (kelp) and ash and residues from the incineration of municipal waste</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/261510'>261510: Zirconium ores and concentrates</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/261590'>261590: Niobium, tantalum, vanadium ores and concentrates</a>"]
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