Molybdenum oxides and hydroxides

HS v2022 Code: 282570

About molybdenum oxides and hydroxides

HS code 282570 covers molybdenum oxides and hydroxides, which are essential materials in various industrial applications. Molybdenum is a refractory metal with unique properties, making it a crucial component in the production of steel, catalysts, and lubricants. The molybdenum oxide and hydroxide industry plays a significant role in supporting the global manufacturing and chemical sectors, contributing to the broader economy.

Production process

Molybdenum oxides and hydroxides are typically produced through the roasting and oxidation of molybdenite (MoS2) ore. The ore is first crushed and concentrated, then roasted in the presence of air to convert the molybdenite into molybdenum trioxide (MoO3). The molybdenum trioxide can then be further processed into various molybdenum compounds, including molybdenum hydroxides, through chemical reactions and purification steps.

Production inputs

The primary raw material for the production of molybdenum oxides and hydroxides is molybdenite ore. Other key inputs include energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, for the roasting and processing stages. Specialized equipment, such as furnaces, reactors, and purification systems, are also essential for the production of these materials.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the molybdenum oxides and hydroxides industry are various molybdenum compounds, including molybdenum trioxide, molybdenum disulfide, and molybdenum hydroxides. These materials are then consumed by a range of industries, such as 282200 Inorganic chemical elements for the production of steel and other alloys, 293100 (Heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only) for the manufacture of catalysts, and 340390 Lubricating preparations for the formulation of high-performance lubricants.

Revisions to 282570

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 282570. The most recent 1 version of this code (282570) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 282570.

Family tree for molybdenum oxides and hydroxides

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    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/v2022/2825'>2825: Hydrazine and hydroxylamine and their inorganic salts; other inorganic bases; other metal oxides, hydroxides and peroxides</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/282570'>282570: Molybdenum oxides and hydroxides</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/282510'>282510: Hydrazine and hydroxylamine and their inorganic salts</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/282520'>282520: Lithium oxide and hydroxide</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/282530'>282530: Vanadium oxides and hydroxides</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/282540'>282540: Nickel oxides and hydroxides</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/282550'>282550: Copper oxides and hydroxides</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/282560'>282560: Germanium oxides and zirconium dioxide</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/282580'>282580: Antimony oxides</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/282590'>282590: Inorganic bases, metal oxides, hydroxides and peroxides; n.e.c. in heading no. 2825</a>"]

    

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