Graphite; natural, in powder or in flakes

HS v2022 Code: 250410

About graphite; natural, in powder or in flakes

HS code 250410 covers natural graphite, a versatile mineral with a wide range of industrial applications. Graphite is a crystalline form of carbon that is found in metamorphic and igneous rocks. It is an essential material in numerous industries, including steel production, electronics, and energy storage, making it a crucial component of the global economy.

Production process

Natural graphite is primarily extracted from open-pit or underground mines. The raw graphite ore is then crushed, milled, and purified to remove impurities, resulting in high-purity graphite powder or flakes. Depending on the end-use application, the graphite may undergo further processing, such as chemical treatment or micronization, to achieve the desired particle size and purity.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of natural graphite under HS code 250410 include the raw graphite ore, mining and processing equipment, and energy sources such as electricity or fuel. Additionally, various chemicals may be used in the purification and processing stages, depending on the specific requirements of the end-use application.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 250410 is high-purity natural graphite in powder or flake form. This material is widely used in a variety of industries, including 720211 Ferro-chromium, 854511 Electrodes of graphite or other carbon, and 854520 Lithium-ion batteries, among others. The versatility of natural graphite makes it an essential component in many manufacturing processes and technological applications.

Revisions to 250410

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 250410. The most recent 1 version of this code (250410) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 250410.

Family tree for graphite; natural, in powder or in flakes

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/25'>25: Salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2504'>2504: Graphite; natural</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/250410'>250410: Graphite; natural, in powder or in flakes</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/250490'>250490: Graphite; natural, in other forms, excluding powder or flakes</a>"]

    

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