Metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, unwrought or in powder form

HS v2017 Code: 711041

About metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, unwrought or in powder form

HS code 711041 covers the trade of iridium, osmium, and ruthenium, three rare and valuable precious metals. These metals are highly sought after for their unique physical and chemical properties, making them essential in a wide range of industrial and technological applications. The global market for these metals is relatively small but highly specialized, with demand driven by their use in high-performance alloys, catalysts, and specialized electronics.

Production process

Iridium, osmium, and ruthenium are typically extracted as by-products during the mining and refining of other precious metals, such as platinum and palladium. The production process involves complex metallurgical techniques, including ore concentration, smelting, and electrochemical separation, to isolate and purify the desired metals. Manufacturers must adhere to strict quality control measures to ensure the purity and consistency of these materials.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of iridium, osmium, and ruthenium include raw ore deposits, which are typically found in association with other platinum group metals. Specialized mining and processing equipment, as well as a skilled workforce with expertise in metallurgy and chemical engineering, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The outputs of HS code 711041 are primarily the pure, unwrought forms of iridium, osmium, and ruthenium, which are then used as inputs for a variety of downstream industries. These metals are commonly used in the production of 711049 Metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, in other forms, 711021 Platinum, unwrought or in powder form, and 711031 Rhodium, unwrought or in powder form, among other related HS codes.

Revisions to 711041

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 711041. The most recent 1 version of this code (711041) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 711041 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, unwrought or in powder form

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/71'>71: Natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7110'>7110: Platinum; unwrought or in semi-manufactured forms, or in powder form</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/711041'>711041: Metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, unwrought or in powder form</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/711011'>711011: Metals; platinum, unwrought or in powder form</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/711019'>711019: Metals; platinum, semi-manufactured</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/711021'>711021: Metals; palladium, unwrought or in powder form</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/711029'>711029: Metals; palladium, semi-manufactured</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/711031'>711031: Metals; rhodium, unwrought or in powder form</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/711039'>711039: Metals; rhodium, semi-manufactured</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/711049'>711049: Metals; iridium, osmium, ruthenium, semi-manufactured</a>"]

    

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