Mica; worked, articles of, including agglomerated or reconstituted mica; whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials

HS v2017 Code: 6814

About mica; worked, articles of, including agglomerated or reconstituted mica; whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials

HS code 6814 covers a diverse range of products made from mica, a naturally occurring mineral known for its unique physical and electrical properties. Mica is widely used in various industries, including electronics, construction, and automotive, making this code an important part of the global trade landscape. The versatility of mica-based products and their applications across multiple sectors contribute to the significance of this industry within the broader economy.

Production process

The production of mica-based products under HS code 6814 typically involves several key steps. Mica is first extracted from natural deposits, then processed through techniques such as cutting, grinding, and sorting to obtain the desired size and quality. Depending on the final product, the processed mica may be agglomerated or reconstituted, often with the use of binders, to create sheets, plates, or other shaped articles. These products may then be further fabricated, such as by applying them to a support material like paper or paperboard.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of mica-based products under HS code 6814 include the raw mica mineral, which is the primary raw material. Additionally, various binders, adhesives, and support materials, such as paper or paperboard, may be used in the manufacturing process. Specialized machinery and equipment for cutting, grinding, and shaping the mica are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the HS code 6814 industry are a diverse range of mica-based products, including sheets, plates, and other shaped articles. These mica-based materials find applications in various industries, such as 8532 Electrical capacitors, 8541 Semiconductor devices, and 6806 Mineral wools and similar mineral insulations. The versatility of mica-based products allows them to be consumed by a wide range of downstream industries, contributing to the overall importance of this industry within the global trade ecosystem.

Family tree for mica; worked, articles of, including agglomerated or reconstituted mica; whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials

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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/v2017/6814'>6814: Mica; worked, articles of, including agglomerated or reconstituted mica; whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6801'>6801: Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6802'>6802: Monumental or building stone, worked (except slate) and articles thereof (not of heading no. 6801) mosaic cubes etc., of natural stone including slate; artificially coloured granules of natural stone</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6803'>6803: Slate, worked; and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate</a>"]
A --> F["<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>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6805'>6805: Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of textile material, of paper, paperboard or of other material, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6806'>6806: Slag, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag, mixtures and articles of heat, sound insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6807'>6807: Asphalt or similar material; articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch)</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6808'>6808: Panels, boards, tiles, blocks and the like; of vegetable fibre, of straw, shavings, chips, particles, sawdust or other waste, of wood, agglomerated with cement, plaster or other mineral binders</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6809'>6809: Plaster or compositions based on plaster; articles thereof</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6810'>6810: Cement, concrete or artificial stone; whether or not reinforced, articles thereof</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6811'>6811: Asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6812'>6812: Fabricated asbestos fibres; mixtures with a basis of asbestos or of asbestos and magnesium carbonate; articles of such mixtures or of asbestos (e.g. thread, woven fabric, clothing, footwear), whether or not reinforced, not goods of heading 6811 or 6813</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6813'>6813: Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for brakes, clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, other mineral substances, or cellulose</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6815'>6815: Stone or other mineral substances; articles thereof (including articles of peat), n.e.c. or included</a>"]

    B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/681410'>681410: Mica; plates, sheets and strips of agglomerated or reconstituted mica, whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/681490'>681490: Mica; worked mica and articles of mica (excluding plates, sheets and strips) whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials</a>"]


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