Graphite or other carbon based preparations; in the form of pastes, blocks, plates or other semi-manufactures

HS code 380190 covers a diverse range of carbon-based preparations, including graphite, that are produced in various semi-manufactured forms. These materials play a crucial role in numerous industries, from electronics and energy storage to metallurgy and construction. As a versatile and essential component in many products and processes, the 380190 industry is a vital part of the global economy.

The production of the materials covered under HS code 380190 typically involves a combination of mechanical and chemical processes. Graphite, for example, is often extracted from natural deposits and then purified and processed into various forms, such as pastes, blocks, or plates. Other carbon-based preparations may be synthesized from a range of raw materials, with the specific techniques depending on the desired properties and applications of the final product.

The main inputs required for the 380190 industry include raw materials such as natural graphite, petroleum coke, and various organic and inorganic compounds. Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment, as well as energy sources, are necessary for the production and processing of these materials. The industry also relies on skilled labor and technical expertise to ensure the quality and consistency of the final products.

The outputs of the 380190 industry are diverse and find applications in a wide range of sectors. The carbon-based preparations produced under this code are used in the manufacture of 854211 electronic integrated circuits, 851780 electrical machinery and equipment, 731511 chain and parts thereof, of iron or steel, and 680911 boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, of plaster or of compositions based on plaster, among others. These materials are also crucial in the production of 854420 insulated wire, cable and other insulated electric conductors, 854430 ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets for vehicles, aircraft or ships, and 854440 optical fibre cables.