Boron; tellurium

HS v2022 Code: 280450

About boron; tellurium

HS code 280450 covers the classification of boron and tellurium, two important elements with diverse industrial applications. Boron is a metalloid with unique chemical and physical properties, while tellurium is a rare, silvery-white metalloid used in various electronic and industrial processes. These elements play crucial roles in the production of specialized materials, electronics, and high-tech applications, making them essential commodities in the global trade and manufacturing landscape.

Production process

Boron is primarily produced through the reduction of boric acid or borax, while tellurium is typically extracted as a by-product during the processing of copper, gold, and other metal ores. The production of these elements involves complex chemical and metallurgical processes, including smelting, refining, and purification techniques to ensure the desired purity and quality of the final products.

Production inputs

The production of boron and tellurium requires a range of raw materials, including various boron-containing minerals, copper and other metal ores, as well as specialized equipment and machinery for the extraction, refining, and processing of these elements. Energy sources, such as electricity and fuel, are also essential inputs for the energy-intensive production processes.

Production outputs

Boron and tellurium are used in the manufacture of a wide range of products, including 280469 Borides, 854110 Diodes, transistors and similar semiconductor devices, 854140 Photosensitive semiconductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light-emitting diodes, and 854389 Electrical machines and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter. These elements are crucial components in the production of advanced materials, electronics, and high-tech applications, making them valuable commodities in the global trade and manufacturing sectors.

Revisions to 280450

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 280450. The most recent 1 version of this code (280450) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 280450.

Older versions

Family tree for boron; tellurium

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/28'>28: Inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2804'>2804: Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280450'>280450: Boron; tellurium</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280410'>280410: Hydrogen</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280421'>280421: Gases, rare; argon</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280429'>280429: Gases, rare; other than argon</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280430'>280430: Nitrogen</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280440'>280440: Oxygen</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280461'>280461: Silicon; containing by weight not less than 99.99% of silicon</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280469'>280469: Silicon; containing by weight less than 99.99% of silicon</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280470'>280470: Phosphorus</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280480'>280480: Arsenic</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280490'>280490: Selenium</a>"]

    

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