Stones; hand sharpening or polishing stones, of natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or ceramics, with or without parts of other materials

HS v2022 Code: 680430

About stones; hand sharpening or polishing stones, of natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or ceramics, with or without parts of other materials

HS code 680430 covers a diverse range of natural and artificial stones used for hand sharpening or polishing. These products are essential tools in various industries, from metalworking and woodworking to culinary and personal care applications. The global market for these stones is driven by the need for reliable, high-quality abrasives that can maintain and sharpen a wide array of tools and equipment.

Production process

The production of hand sharpening and polishing stones typically involves the extraction and processing of natural stones, such as sandstone, quartz, and corundum. These stones may also be agglomerated with artificial abrasives or ceramics to enhance their performance. The stones are often shaped, graded, and finished through a combination of cutting, grinding, and polishing techniques to achieve the desired size, texture, and consistency.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of HS code 680430 products include raw natural stones, artificial abrasives (e.g., silicon carbide, aluminum oxide), and ceramic materials. Specialized machinery, such as cutting, grinding, and polishing equipment, is also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating these machines and ensuring the quality and consistency of the final products.

Production outputs

The main outputs of HS code 680430 are hand sharpening and polishing stones, which are used in a wide range of industries. These stones are often consumed by manufacturers of 820310 Hand-operated sharpening or polishing tools, 821192 Knives with cutting blades, serrated or not, and 821194 Blades for knives, as well as by professionals in the culinary, woodworking, and metalworking sectors. The versatility of these stones makes them an essential tool for maintaining and sharpening a variety of cutting and abrasive implements.

Revisions to 680430

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 680430. The most recent 1 version of this code (680430) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 680430.

Family tree for stones; hand sharpening or polishing stones, of natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or ceramics, with or without parts of other materials

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/68'>68: Stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6804'>6804: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels, etc without frameworks, for grinding, sharpening, polishing, etc and parts thereof, natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or of ceramics</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680430'>680430: Stones; hand sharpening or polishing stones, of natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or ceramics, with or without parts of other materials</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680410'>680410: Millstones and grindstones; for milling, grinding or pulping</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680421'>680421: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of agglomerated synthetic or natural diamond</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680422'>680422: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of other agglomerated abrasives or of ceramics</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680423'>680423: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like; of natural stone</a>"]

    

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