Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings

HS v2017 Code: 6906

About ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings

HS code 6906 covers a diverse range of ceramic products used in construction and infrastructure projects. These include pipes, conduits, guttering, and various pipe fittings. This industry plays a crucial role in the built environment, providing essential components for water, sewage, and drainage systems. As a key supplier to the construction and utilities sectors, the 6906 industry is an important contributor to economic development and infrastructure modernization worldwide.

Production process

The production of ceramic pipes, conduits, and fittings typically involves a multi-step process. Raw materials, such as clay, are first extracted and processed. The materials are then formed into the desired shapes, often through extrusion or molding techniques. The shaped products undergo drying and high-temperature firing in kilns to achieve the necessary strength and durability. Finally, the finished ceramic components may undergo additional finishing steps, such as glazing or polishing, before being packaged and distributed.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 6906 industry include clay, shale, and other mineral resources used as raw materials. Specialized machinery, such as extruders and kilns, are essential for the manufacturing process. Energy sources, such as natural gas or electricity, are needed to power the production facilities. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating the equipment and ensuring quality control.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 6906 industry are ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering, and a variety of pipe fittings. These products are widely used in construction, infrastructure, and utilities projects, such as water supply, sewage systems, and drainage networks. The outputs of the 6906 industry are often consumed by other construction-related industries, including 4303 Builders' Ware Of Plastics, 6907 Unglazed Ceramic Flags And Paving, Hearth Or Wall Tiles; Unglazed Ceramic Mosaic Cubes And The Like, Whether Or Not On A Backing, and 8307 Flexible Tubing Of Base Metal, among others.

Family tree for ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/69'>69: Ceramic products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6906'>6906: Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6901'>6901: Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6902'>6902: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods; other than those of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6903'>6903: Ceramic goods; (e.g. retorts, crucibles, muffles, nozzles, plugs, supports cupels, tubes, pipes, sheaths, rods) excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or of similar siliceous earths</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6904'>6904: Ceramic building bricks, floor blocks, support or filler tiles and the like</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6905'>6905: Roofing tiles, chimney-pots, cowls, chimney liners, architectural ornaments and other ceramic constructional goods</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6907'>6907: Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing; finishing ceramics</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6909'>6909: Ceramic ware for laboratory, chemical, other technical uses; ceramic troughs, tubs, similar receptacles used in agriculture; ceramic pots, jars and similar used in the conveyance or packing of goods</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6910'>6910: Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6911'>6911: Tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; of porcelain or china</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6912'>6912: Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; other than of porcelain or china</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6913'>6913: Statuettes and other ornamental ceramic articles</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6914'>6914: Ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 69</a>"]

    B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/690600'>690600: Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings</a>"]


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