Colouring matter; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores

HS v2022 Code: 320650

About colouring matter; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores

HS code 320650 covers a diverse range of inorganic colouring agents and luminescent materials. These products play a crucial role in various industries, from paints and coatings to electronics and lighting. As an important component in the global supply chain, the 320650 industry contributes to the vibrant and dynamic world of pigments, dyes, and specialty chemicals, supporting a wide array of downstream applications.

Production process

The production of HS code 320650 items typically involves a combination of chemical synthesis, mineral processing, and advanced manufacturing techniques. Manufacturers may utilize processes such as precipitation, calcination, and particle size control to create the desired colouring and luminescent properties. Careful control of reaction conditions, purification steps, and quality assurance measures are essential to ensure the consistent performance of these specialized products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 320650 industry include a variety of inorganic raw materials, such as metal salts, mineral pigments, and rare earth compounds. Specialized equipment, such as reactors, filtration systems, and drying units, are also necessary to facilitate the production of these colouring and luminescent materials. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in chemistry, materials science, and process engineering.

Production outputs

The outputs of the 320650 industry find applications in a wide range of sectors, including 320110 Pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, 320120 Pigments and preparations based on chromium compounds, and 320300 Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin and preparations based thereon. These colouring agents and luminophores are used in paints, inks, plastics, ceramics, and various electronic devices, contributing to the vibrant and diverse world of colour and light.

Revisions to 320650

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 320650. The most recent 1 version of this code (320650) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 320650.

Family tree for colouring matter; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/32'>32: Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3206'>3206: Colouring matter and preparations thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 3203, 3204, 3205; inorganic products, kind used as luminophores whether or not chemically defined</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320650'>320650: Colouring matter; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320611'>320611: Colouring matter; pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing 80% or more by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry matter</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320619'>320619: Colouring matter; pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing less than 80% by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry weight</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320620'>320620: Colouring matter; pigments and preparations based on chromium compounds</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320641'>320641: Colouring matter; ultramarine and preparations based thereon</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320642'>320642: Colouring matter; lithopone and other pigments and preparations based on zinc sulphide</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320649'>320649: Colouring matter; other preparations n.e.c. in item no. 3206.4</a>"]

    

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