Copper; refined, unwrought, billets

HS v2017 Code: 740313

About copper; refined, unwrought, billets

HS code 740313 covers refined, unwrought copper billets. Copper is a crucial industrial metal with a wide range of applications across various sectors, including construction, electronics, transportation, and machinery. As a highly conductive and corrosion-resistant material, refined copper is in high demand globally, making this industry a significant contributor to the broader economy.

Production process

The production of refined copper billets typically involves several key steps. First, copper ore is extracted from mines and then smelted to produce copper matte. The copper matte is then further refined through electrolytic or pyrometallurgical processes to remove impurities and produce pure copper. The refined copper is then cast into billets, which are cylindrical or rectangular solid bars, ready for further processing or use in various applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of refined copper billets include copper ore, energy sources (such as electricity or natural gas), and specialized equipment like smelters, electrolytic cells, and casting machinery. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in metallurgy and mining operations.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 740313 is refined, unwrought copper billets. These billets can be further processed into a wide range of copper products, including 740320 Copper; refined, unwrought, wire-bars and 740400 Copper; waste and scrap, which are then used in various manufacturing and construction applications.

Revisions to 740313

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 740313. The most recent 1 version of this code (740313) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 740313 ( HS v2017).

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Older versions

Family tree for copper; refined, unwrought, billets

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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/v2017/740313'>740313: Copper; refined, unwrought, billets</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/740311'>740311: Copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/740312'>740312: Copper; refined, unwrought, wire-bars</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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