Lead; articles n.e.c. in chapter 78

HS code 780600 covers a diverse range of lead-based products and articles not elsewhere classified within Chapter 78 of the Harmonized System. Lead is a versatile and widely used metal, with applications spanning various industries, including automotive, construction, and electronics. This code plays a crucial role in the global trade of lead-based goods, supporting a range of economic activities and contributing to the broader industrial landscape.

The production of articles covered under HS code 780600 typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques, such as casting, rolling, and fabrication. Lead is often melted and molded into desired shapes and forms, with additional processing steps like machining, welding, or surface finishing applied as needed to create the final products.

The primary input for this industry is lead, which is sourced from mining operations or recycled from various lead-containing products. Other key inputs may include alloying elements, such as antimony or tin, as well as various tools, machinery, and energy resources required for the metalworking processes.

The diverse range of outputs under HS code 780600 includes lead sheets, plates, bars, rods, profiles, tubes, and a variety of other lead-based articles. These products may be further consumed by industries such as 854420 Electric conductors, 851220 Lighting or visual signaling equipment, and 940320 Other metal furniture, among others, where lead's unique properties make it a valuable material.