Zinc dust

HS v2017 Code: 790310

About zinc dust

hs code 790310 covers zinc dust, a vital raw material used in a wide range of industries. Zinc is an essential mineral with numerous industrial applications, from galvanizing steel to producing brass and bronze alloys. The zinc dust industry plays a crucial role in supporting various manufacturing sectors, contributing to the broader economic landscape.

Production process

Zinc dust is typically produced through the thermal or mechanical processing of zinc metal. The most common method involves heating zinc to its melting point and then rapidly cooling the molten metal, causing it to solidify into a fine powder. Alternatively, zinc can be mechanically ground or milled to create the desired dust-like particles. These production techniques ensure the consistent quality and particle size distribution required for various industrial applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the zinc dust industry include raw zinc metal, as well as specialized equipment such as furnaces, mills, and particle size separation systems. Additionally, the industry may rely on energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, to power the production processes. Skilled labor, including metallurgists and process engineers, is also a crucial input for the efficient and safe operation of zinc dust manufacturing facilities.

Production outputs

The primary output of the zinc dust industry is, of course, zinc dust itself. This material finds widespread use in 282200 zinc oxide, 282700 zinc chloride, and 740700 articles of zinc, among other industries. Zinc dust is also an important input for the production of 283700 other inorganic compounds, as well as various 284000 metallic salts and peroxysalts. The versatility of zinc dust ensures its continued demand across a diverse range of manufacturing sectors.

Revisions to 790310

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 790310. The most recent 1 version of this code (790310) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 790310 ( HS v2017).

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Family tree for zinc dust

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/79'>79: Zinc and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7903'>7903: Zinc; dust, powders and flakes</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/790310'>790310: Zinc dust</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/790390'>790390: Zinc; powders and flakes</a>"]

    

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