Titanium oxides

HS v2017 Code: 282300

About titanium oxides

HS code 282300 covers titanium oxides, which are a group of chemical compounds composed of titanium and oxygen. Titanium oxides are widely used in a variety of industries due to their unique properties, such as high refractive index, chemical stability, and photocatalytic activity. These compounds play a crucial role in the production of pigments, paints, plastics, cosmetics, and even self-cleaning surfaces, making them an essential part of the global economy.

Production process

Titanium oxides are primarily produced through two main methods: the sulfate process and the chloride process. In the sulfate process, titanium-bearing ores are treated with sulfuric acid to extract titanium sulfate, which is then hydrolyzed to produce titanium hydroxide. The hydroxide is then calcined to form titanium dioxide. The chloride process, on the other hand, involves the chlorination of titanium-bearing ores to produce titanium tetrachloride, which is then oxidized to form titanium dioxide.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of titanium oxides include titanium-bearing ores, such as ilmenite and rutile, as well as sulfuric acid, chlorine, and various other chemicals and energy sources. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as reactors, filters, and calcination furnaces, are necessary for the various stages of the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 282300 is titanium dioxide (TiO2), which is the most common and widely used titanium oxide. Titanium dioxide is a versatile material that finds applications in 320611 Pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, 390210 Polypropylene, 330499 Cosmetic and toilet preparations, and 701600 Glass containers, among others. The production of titanium oxides may also generate other byproducts, such as iron oxides and sulfuric acid, which can be used in various other industries.

Revisions to 282300

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 282300. The most recent 1 version of this code (282300) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 282300 ( HS v2017).

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Family tree for titanium oxides

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