Lithium enriched in lithium-6 and its compounds

HS v2022 Code: 284530

About lithium enriched in lithium-6 and its compounds

HS code 284530 covers lithium enriched in lithium-6 and its compounds. Lithium is a critical element in the production of various high-tech products, including batteries, ceramics, and glass. The lithium enriched in lithium-6 is particularly valuable for its use in nuclear applications, such as fusion reactors and neutron detectors. This industry plays a vital role in supporting the growing demand for advanced technologies and sustainable energy solutions across a range of industries.

Production process

The production of lithium enriched in lithium-6 and its compounds typically involves a multi-step process. First, lithium is extracted from natural sources, such as mineral deposits or brine solutions. The lithium is then separated and purified, often using techniques like electrolysis or chemical precipitation. Finally, the lithium is enriched in the desired isotope, lithium-6, through specialized separation methods, such as laser separation or centrifugation.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of lithium enriched in lithium-6 and its compounds include raw lithium materials, specialized equipment for separation and enrichment, and significant energy resources to power the production process. Additionally, skilled labor and technical expertise are essential for the efficient and safe operation of these facilities.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is lithium enriched in lithium-6 and its various compounds, which are used in a range of applications, including 284440 (Nuclear reactors, fuel elements (cartridges), non-irradiated, for nuclear reactors), 854010 Cathode-ray television picture tubes; television camera tubes; other cathode-ray tubes, and 854020 Television camera tubes; image converters and intensifiers; other photo-cathode tubes. These products are then consumed by industries such as nuclear energy, electronics, and advanced materials manufacturing.

Revisions to 284530

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 284530. The most recent 1 version of this code (284530) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 284530.

Family tree for lithium enriched in lithium-6 and its compounds

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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/v2022/2845'>2845: Isotopes other than those of heading no. 2844; compounds, inorganic or organic, of such isotopes, whether or not chemically defined</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/284530'>284530: Lithium enriched in lithium-6 and its compounds</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/284510'>284510: Heavy water (deuterium oxide)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/284520'>284520: Boron enriched in boron-10 and its compounds</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/284540'>284540: Helium-3</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/284590'>284590: Isotopes other than those of heading no. 2844, 2845.20, 2845.30 or 2845.40; compounds, inorganic or organic, of such isotopes, whether or not chemically defined</a>"]

    

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