Aluminium ores and concentrates

HS v2022 Code: 260600

About aluminium ores and concentrates

HS code 260600 covers the trade of aluminium ores and concentrates, a critical raw material for the global aluminium industry. Aluminium is one of the most widely used metals in the world, with applications ranging from transportation and construction to consumer electronics and packaging. The production and trade of aluminium ores and concentrates is, therefore, a vital component of the broader global economy.

Production process

Aluminium ores and concentrates are typically extracted from bauxite deposits through mining operations. The bauxite is then processed through a series of steps, including crushing, grinding, and refining, to produce aluminium oxide (alumina). This alumina is then smelted to produce pure aluminium metal.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of aluminium ores and concentrates include heavy machinery and equipment for mining and processing operations, as well as significant amounts of energy, water, and other chemicals used in the refining and smelting processes. 271000 Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes and 281700 Hydroxide and peroxide of magnesium; oxides, hydroxides and peroxides, of strontium or barium are among the key inputs consumed by this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 260600 is aluminium oxide (alumina), which is then further processed and smelted to produce pure aluminium metal. This aluminium metal is a critical input for a wide range of industries, including 760110 Aluminium, not alloyed, 760120 Aluminium alloys, and 760200 Aluminium waste and scrap.

Revisions to 260600

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 260600. The most recent 1 version of this code (260600) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 260600.

Family tree for aluminium ores and concentrates

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