Earth-metals, rare; scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed

HS v2017 Code: 280530

About earth-metals, rare; scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed

HS code 280530 covers the rare earth metals scandium and yttrium, which are essential components in a wide range of high-tech applications. These elements play a crucial role in the production of advanced electronics, renewable energy technologies, and specialized medical equipment. As global demand for these critical materials continues to grow, understanding the production and trade dynamics surrounding HS code 280530 is increasingly important for businesses and policymakers alike.

Production process

Rare earth metals like scandium and yttrium are typically extracted from mineral deposits through a multi-stage process. This involves mining the raw ore, followed by various chemical and physical separation techniques to isolate the individual elements. The specific production methods can vary depending on the composition of the ore and the desired purity of the final product.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of rare earth metals under HS code 280530 include the raw mineral ores containing scandium and yttrium, as well as specialized equipment for mining, processing, and refining the materials. Additionally, the production process may require various chemical reagents, energy sources, and skilled labor to ensure efficient and high-quality output.

Production outputs

The rare earth metals produced under HS code 280530 are widely used in a variety of high-tech applications. Scandium and yttrium find applications in the manufacture of 854231 LED lighting, 901890 medical imaging equipment, and 851140 hybrid and electric vehicle components. The outputs from this industry are often further processed and incorporated into finished products classified under other HS codes, such as 851762 communication equipment and 902780 analytical instruments.

Revisions to 280530

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 280530. The most recent 1 version of this code (280530) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 280530 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for earth-metals, rare; scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/28'>28: Inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2805'>2805: Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/280530'>280530: Earth-metals, rare; scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/280511'>280511: Alkali or alkali-earth metals; sodium</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/280512'>280512: Alkali or alkali-earth metals; calcium</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/280519'>280519: Alkali or alkali-earth metals; other than sodium and calcium</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/280540'>280540: Mercury</a>"]

    

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