Borates; disodium tetraborate (refined borax), anhydrous

HS v2017 Code: 284011

About borates; disodium tetraborate (refined borax), anhydrous

HS code 284011 covers the classification of borates, specifically disodium tetraborate (refined borax), in its anhydrous form. Borates are a group of minerals that are widely used in various industries, including glass manufacturing, ceramics, detergents, and agriculture. As a key raw material, the production and trade of borates play a significant role in the global economy, particularly in industries that rely on their unique chemical properties.

Production process

Disodium tetraborate, or refined borax, is primarily produced through the mining and processing of borate-containing ores. The main production process involves extracting the raw borate minerals from natural deposits, followed by a series of purification and refinement steps to remove impurities and obtain the desired anhydrous form of the compound.

Production inputs

The production of disodium tetraborate (refined borax) requires several key inputs, including borate-containing ores, energy sources for processing, and specialized equipment for mining, crushing, and refining the raw materials. Additionally, the production process may involve the use of various chemical reagents and solvents to facilitate the purification and drying of the final product.

Production outputs

Disodium tetraborate (refined borax) is a versatile compound with a wide range of applications. It is commonly used in the production of 252010 glass and glass products, 232310 ceramic products, and 340220 detergents and cleaning preparations. The output of this industry may also be consumed by other industries, such as 310520 fertilizers and 284290 other inorganic chemicals.

Revisions to 284011

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 284011. The most recent 1 version of this code (284011) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 284011 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for borates; disodium tetraborate (refined borax), anhydrous

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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/v2017/2840'>2840: Borates; peroxoborates (perborates)</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/284011'>284011: Borates; disodium tetraborate (refined borax), anhydrous</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/284019'>284019: Borates; disodium tetraborate (refined borax), other than anhydrous</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/284020'>284020: Borates; n.e.c. in heading no. 2840</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/284030'>284030: Peroxoborates (perborates)</a>"]

    

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