Copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes

HS v2017 Code: 740311

About copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes

HS code 740311 covers refined, unwrought copper in the form of cathodes and sections of cathodes. Copper is a critical industrial metal with a wide range of applications across numerous sectors, including construction, electronics, transportation, and machinery. As a highly conductive and corrosion-resistant material, refined copper is an essential component in the production of wires, cables, and various copper-based alloys that support the global economy.

Production process

The production of refined copper cathodes typically involves a multi-step process. First, copper ore is extracted from mines and then processed through smelting and refining operations to produce pure copper metal. The refined copper is then cast into large sheets or plates, which are subsequently cut into smaller sections or cathodes for further processing or distribution.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of refined copper cathodes include copper ore, energy sources (such as electricity or natural gas), and various chemicals and reagents used in the smelting and refining processes. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as furnaces, electrolytic cells, and casting machinery, are essential for the efficient production of copper cathodes.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 740311 is refined, unwrought copper in the form of cathodes and sections of cathodes. These copper products are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 740400 Copper; waste and scrap, 740710 Copper; bars, rods and profiles, not alloyed, and 740811 Copper; wire, not alloyed, which further process the copper into various intermediate and finished goods.

Revisions to 740311

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 740311. The most recent 1 version of this code (740311) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 740311 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/74'>74: Copper and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7403'>7403: Copper; refined and copper alloys, unwrought</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/740311'>740311: Copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/740312'>740312: Copper; refined, unwrought, wire-bars</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/740313'>740313: Copper; refined, unwrought, billets</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/740319'>740319: Copper; refined, unwrought, n.e.c. in item no. 7403.1</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/740321'>740321: Copper; copper-zinc base alloys (brass) unwrought</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/740322'>740322: Copper; copper-tin base alloys (bronze) unwrought</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/740329'>740329: Copper; copper alloys n.e.c. in heading no. 7403 (other than master alloys of heading no. 7405)</a>"]

    

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