Carbonates; lithium carbonate

HS v2022 Code: 283691

About carbonates; lithium carbonate

HS code 283691 covers lithium carbonate, a vital chemical compound used in a wide range of industries. As a key raw material, lithium carbonate plays a crucial role in the production of batteries, ceramics, glass, and various other products that are essential to modern life. This code sits within the broader category of carbonates, a diverse group of inorganic compounds that have numerous industrial and commercial applications.

Production process

Lithium carbonate is primarily produced through the processing of lithium-containing minerals, such as spodumene, lepidolite, and brine deposits. The production process typically involves a series of steps, including mining, concentration, and chemical conversion, to extract and purify the lithium carbonate from the raw materials.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of lithium carbonate include lithium-bearing minerals, chemical reagents, energy sources, and specialized processing equipment. Depending on the specific production method, the process may also require water, solvents, and other auxiliary materials.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 283691 is lithium carbonate, which is then used as a feedstock for the manufacture of 854211 lithium-ion batteries, 701931 glass and ceramics, and various other products. Lithium carbonate may also be further processed or combined with other chemicals to create additional lithium-based compounds that are used in a variety of industries.

Revisions to 283691

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 283691. The most recent 1 version of this code (283691) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 283691.

Family tree for carbonates; lithium carbonate

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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/v2022/2836'>2836: Carbonates; peroxocarbonates (percarbonates); commercial ammonium carbonate containing ammonium carbamate</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/283691'>283691: Carbonates; lithium carbonate</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/283620'>283620: Carbonates; disodium carbonate</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/283630'>283630: Carbonates; sodium hydrogen carbonate (sodium bicarbonate)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/283640'>283640: Carbonates; potassium carbonate</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/283650'>283650: Carbonates; calcium carbonate</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/283660'>283660: Carbonates; barium carbonate</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/283692'>283692: Carbonates; strontium carbonate</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/283699'>283699: Carbonates; n.e.c. in heading no. 2836 and other than lithium or strontium</a>"]

    

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