Aluminium; powders of lamellar structure, flakes

HS code 760320 covers the classification of aluminium powders with a lamellar structure and flakes. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader aluminium manufacturing sector, which is a vital component of the global metals and materials economy. Aluminium powders and flakes find widespread applications in various industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods, making this a significant and versatile product category.

The production of aluminium powders and flakes typically involves mechanical milling or atomization processes. In the milling process, solid aluminium is mechanically ground and reduced to fine powders with a lamellar structure. Alternatively, the atomization method involves melting aluminium and then rapidly cooling the molten metal, causing it to solidify into small, flake-like particles.

The primary inputs required for the production of HS code 760320 items are raw aluminium, either in the form of ingots, sheets, or other semi-finished products. Additionally, specialized milling or atomization equipment, as well as energy sources and process control systems, are essential for the manufacturing of these aluminium powders and flakes.

The aluminium powders and flakes classified under HS code 760320 are widely used as raw materials in various downstream industries. They are commonly consumed by manufacturers of 760410 Aluminium; bars, rods and profiles, 760511 Aluminium; wire, not alloyed, and 760711 Aluminium; foil, not backed, rolled but not further worked, among others, who incorporate these powders and flakes into their own production processes.