Nickel; bars, rods and profiles, not alloyed

HS code 750511 covers the classification of non-alloyed nickel bars, rods, and profiles. Nickel is a vital metal with a wide range of industrial applications, from stainless steel production to electroplating and catalysts. As a key component in many manufacturing processes, the trade and production of non-alloyed nickel products play a significant role in the global economy.

The production of non-alloyed nickel bars, rods, and profiles typically involves a multi-step process. First, pure nickel is extracted from nickel-containing ores through a series of smelting and refining operations. The refined nickel is then cast into ingots or billets, which are subsequently hot-rolled or extruded into the desired shapes and sizes of bars, rods, and profiles.

The primary inputs for the production of non-alloyed nickel bars, rods, and profiles include nickel ore, energy sources (such as electricity or natural gas), and specialized metalworking machinery, including rolling mills and extrusion presses. Additionally, the production process may require various consumables, such as lubricants and coolants, to ensure efficient and high-quality output.

The non-alloyed nickel bars, rods, and profiles classified under HS code 750511 are widely used as raw materials in various industries. These products are often consumed by manufacturers of 750610 Nickel; tubes, pipes and tube or pipe fittings, 750620 Nickel; plates, sheets, strip and foil, and 750890 Nickel; other articles, as well as in the production of stainless steel and other nickel-based alloys.