Arsenic

HS v2022 Code: 280480

About arsenic

HS code 280480 covers the classification of arsenic, a naturally occurring metalloid element. Arsenic is a critical raw material with a wide range of industrial applications, including the production of semiconductors, glass, and various chemicals. It plays a vital role in the global economy, particularly in the electronics and chemical manufacturing sectors.

Production process

Arsenic is primarily produced through the smelting of arsenic-containing ores, such as arsenopyrite (FeAsS) and realgar (As4S4). The ore is first roasted to remove sulfur, then the arsenic is sublimated and collected as a vapor. The resulting arsenic is then refined through further processing to meet the required purity standards for various industrial applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of arsenic include arsenic-containing ores, as well as energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, to power the smelting and refining processes. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as furnaces, condensers, and purification systems, are necessary for the efficient extraction and refinement of arsenic.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 280480 are various forms of arsenic, including metallic arsenic, arsenic trioxide, and other arsenic compounds. These outputs are then consumed by a range of industries, including 282011 Arsenic trioxide, 283319 Inorganic acids, n.e.c., and 284390 Compounds of precious metals, n.e.c..

Revisions to 280480

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 280480. The most recent 1 version of this code (280480) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 280480.

Older versions

Family tree for arsenic

    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/v2022/280480'>280480: Arsenic</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/v2022/280450'>280450: Boron; tellurium</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280461'>280461: Silicon; containing by weight not less than 99.99% of silicon</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280469'>280469: Silicon; containing by weight less than 99.99% of silicon</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280470'>280470: Phosphorus</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/280490'>280490: Selenium</a>"]

    

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