Fluorspar; containing by weight more than 97% of calcium fluoride

HS v2022 Code: 252922

About fluorspar; containing by weight more than 97% of calcium fluoride

HS code 252922 covers fluorspar, a mineral that is primarily composed of calcium fluoride. Fluorspar is a critical industrial mineral with a wide range of applications, including the production of aluminum, steel, and various chemicals. It plays a vital role in the manufacturing sector, contributing to the overall economic growth and development of countries worldwide.

Production process

Fluorspar is typically mined from natural deposits found in the earth's crust. The mining process involves extracting the raw material from the ground, which is then crushed, sorted, and processed to remove impurities. Depending on the specific requirements, the fluorspar may undergo further processing, such as flotation or acid treatment, to increase its purity and suitability for various industrial applications.

Production inputs

The primary input for the production of fluorspar is the raw mineral itself, which is extracted from natural deposits. Additionally, the mining and processing of fluorspar require specialized equipment, such as crushers, screens, and flotation systems. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also necessary to power the production facilities and transport the final product.

Production outputs

Fluorspar with a calcium fluoride content of more than 97% is primarily used in the production of 282530 Fluorides; other, including fluorosilicates, 281810 (Anhydrous hydrogen fluoride (hydrofluoric acid)), and 281810 Aluminum fluoride. These products are then consumed by various industries, including the aluminum, steel, and chemical manufacturing sectors.

Revisions to 252922

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 252922. The most recent 1 version of this code (252922) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 252922.

Family tree for fluorspar; containing by weight more than 97% of calcium fluoride

    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/v2022/2529'>2529: Feldspar; leucite; nepheline and nepheline syenite; fluorspar</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/252922'>252922: Fluorspar; containing by weight more than 97% of calcium fluoride</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/252910'>252910: Feldspar</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/252921'>252921: Fluorspar; containing by weight 97% or less of calcium fluoride</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/252930'>252930: Leucite; nepheline and nepheline syenite</a>"]

    

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