Fluxes and other auxiliary preparations; for soldering, brazing or welding, or preparations used as cores or coatings for welding electrodes or rods

HS v2017 Code: 381090

About fluxes and other auxiliary preparations; for soldering, brazing or welding, or preparations used as cores or coatings for welding electrodes or rods

HS code 381090 covers a range of fluxes, auxiliary preparations, and other materials used in welding, soldering, and brazing processes. These products play a crucial role in various manufacturing and construction industries, enabling strong and durable metal joints. The global market for these specialized welding and soldering aids is driven by the ongoing demand from sectors like automotive, shipbuilding, and infrastructure development.

Production process

The production of HS 381090 items typically involves the blending and formulation of different chemical compounds. Manufacturers may use processes like mixing, melting, and granulation to create the desired flux or auxiliary preparation. The specific techniques can vary depending on the composition and intended application of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs for this industry include various metallic and non-metallic compounds, such as borax, potassium chloride, and zinc chloride. Manufacturers may also require solvents, binders, and other additives to achieve the necessary properties and performance characteristics. Specialized production equipment, such as mixers, melters, and granulators, are essential for the efficient and consistent manufacturing of these welding and soldering aids.

Production outputs

The outputs of HS code 381090 are primarily used as inputs for other industries, particularly 730810 Structures and parts of structures, of iron or steel, for construction and 854460 Electric conductors, for a voltage exceeding 1,000 V, not fitted with connectors. These fluxes and auxiliary preparations help facilitate strong and durable metal joints, enabling the production of a wide range of metal-based products and infrastructure.

Revisions to 381090

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 381090. The most recent 1 version of this code (381090) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 381090 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for fluxes and other auxiliary preparations; for soldering, brazing or welding, or preparations used as cores or coatings for welding electrodes or rods

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/38'>38: Chemical products n.e.c.</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3810'>3810: Metal-pickling preparations; fluxes etc for soldering, brazing; welding powders, pastes of metal and other materials; preparations used as cores or coatings for welding electrodes or rods</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/381090'>381090: Fluxes and other auxiliary preparations; for soldering, brazing or welding, or preparations used as cores or coatings for welding electrodes or rods</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/381010'>381010: Pickling preparations for metal surfaces; soldering, brazing or welding powders and pastes consisting of metal and other materials</a>"]

    

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