Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of other agglomerated abrasives or of ceramics

HS v2017 Code: 680422

About millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of other agglomerated abrasives or of ceramics

HS code 680422 covers a diverse range of abrasive products, including millstones, grindstones, and grinding wheels. These items play a crucial role in various industrial and manufacturing processes, where they are used for shaping, smoothing, and polishing a wide array of materials. The products under this code are essential for maintaining and improving the efficiency of machinery, tools, and production lines across numerous sectors, making them an integral part of the global economy.

Production process

The production of items under HS code 680422 typically involves the agglomeration of abrasive materials, such as natural or synthetic minerals, with a binding agent. This mixture is then shaped and hardened into the desired form, such as a wheel or stone, using specialized machinery and techniques. The specific production methods can vary depending on the type of abrasive material, the intended application, and the desired characteristics of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of items under HS code 680422 include abrasive materials, such as 251320 Emery, 251310 Corundum, or 251320 Silicon carbide, as well as binding agents, such as resins or ceramics. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, including molding equipment, grinding machines, and polishing tools, to shape and finish the abrasive products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 680422 are millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels, and other abrasive products. These items are widely used in various manufacturing and processing industries, including 820713 Tools for working in the hand with self-contained electric motor, 842240 Presses for the manufacture of particle board or fiber building board of wood or other ligneous materials, and other machinery for treating wood or cork, and 847420 Crushing or grinding machines. The abrasive products under this code are essential for maintaining, repairing, and improving the efficiency of machinery and tools across a diverse range of economic sectors.

Revisions to 680422

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 680422. The most recent 1 version of this code (680422) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 680422 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of other agglomerated abrasives or of ceramics

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/68'>68: Stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6804'>6804: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels, etc without frameworks, for grinding, sharpening, polishing, etc and parts thereof, natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or of ceramics</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/680422'>680422: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of other agglomerated abrasives or of ceramics</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/680410'>680410: Millstones and grindstones; for milling, grinding or pulping</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/680421'>680421: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of agglomerated synthetic or natural diamond</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/680423'>680423: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of natural stone</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/680430'>680430: Stones; hand sharpening or polishing stones, of natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or ceramics, with or without parts of other materials</a>"]

    

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