Carbon; activated

HS v2022 Code: 380210

About carbon; activated

HS code 380210 covers activated carbon, a highly porous material with a large surface area that is widely used in various industries for its exceptional adsorption properties. Activated carbon plays a crucial role in water purification, air filtration, chemical processing, and numerous other applications, making it an essential commodity in the global economy.

Production process

Activated carbon is typically produced through a two-step process. First, a carbonaceous material, such as coal, wood, or coconut shells, is heated in the absence of oxygen to remove non-carbon elements, resulting in a porous carbon structure. This process is known as carbonization. Next, the resulting charcoal is further activated, usually through chemical or physical means, to increase the surface area and pore volume, enhancing its adsorption capabilities.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of activated carbon include the carbonaceous raw materials, such as coal, wood, or agricultural waste, as well as chemicals or steam for the activation process. Specialized equipment, such as furnaces, reactors, and drying systems, are also essential for the manufacturing of activated carbon.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 380210 is activated carbon, which is then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 382450 Water treatment chemicals, 392010 Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, and 854389 Other electrical machines and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter. Activated carbon is used in applications such as water purification, air filtration, gas adsorption, and various chemical processes.

Revisions to 380210

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 380210. The most recent 1 version of this code (380210) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 380210.

Older versions

Family tree for carbon; activated

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/38'>38: Chemical products n.e.c.</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3802'>3802: Activated carbon; activated natural mineral products; animal black, including spent animal black</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/380210'>380210: Carbon; activated</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/380290'>380290: Chemical products; activated natural mineral products, animal black, including spent animal black</a>"]

    

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