Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk; ground

HS code 251020 covers natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates, and phosphatic chalk that have been ground. These materials are essential raw materials for various industries, including agriculture, fertilizer production, and chemical manufacturing. They play a crucial role in the global economy, providing essential nutrients and minerals for crop production and industrial processes.

The production of the materials covered under HS code 251020 typically involves mining and processing of natural deposits. The raw materials are extracted from the earth, crushed, and then ground to the desired particle size. Depending on the specific application, the materials may undergo further processing, such as chemical treatment or beneficiation, to enhance their purity and quality.

The main inputs required for the production of the materials covered under HS code 251020 include the natural deposits of calcium phosphates, aluminium calcium phosphates, and phosphatic chalk. Additionally, specialized mining and processing equipment, such as crushers, grinders, and screening equipment, are necessary to extract and prepare the materials for various applications.

The materials covered under HS code 251020 are used as key inputs in various industries. They are commonly used in the production of 310100 Mineral or chemical fertilizers, nitrogenous, 310510 Mineral or chemical fertilizers containing two or three of the fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, and 281910 Phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids. These materials also find applications in the production of animal feed, detergents, and other chemical products.