Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of paper or paperboard only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up

HS v2022 Code: 680520

About abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of paper or paperboard only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up

HS code 680520 covers abrasive powder or grain, whether natural or artificial, that is affixed to a base of paper or paperboard. This industry plays a crucial role in the manufacturing and construction sectors, providing essential materials for a wide range of applications, from woodworking and metalworking to automotive and aerospace industries. The global abrasives market is expected to grow steadily in the coming years, driven by increasing demand from emerging economies and the need for more efficient and durable abrasive products.

Production process

The production of abrasive powder or grain on a paper or paperboard base typically involves several key steps. First, the abrasive material, such as silicon carbide or aluminum oxide, is crushed and graded to the desired particle size. The abrasive particles are then coated or bonded onto the paper or paperboard substrate using adhesives or other binding agents. The coated material may then be cut, shaped, or further processed to meet specific customer requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs for this industry include the raw abrasive materials, such as 281113 silicon carbide and 281120 aluminum oxide, as well as the paper or paperboard base. Specialized machinery, such as grinding, coating, and cutting equipment, is also essential for the production process. Additionally, adhesives and other binding agents are required to affix the abrasive particles to the substrate.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is abrasive paper or paperboard, which is used in a variety of applications, including sanding, polishing, and grinding. The abrasive products covered by HS code 680520 may be consumed by industries such as 940169 furniture manufacturing, 871420 bicycle manufacturing, and 854430 electrical wiring and cable manufacturing.

Revisions to 680520

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 680520. The most recent 1 version of this code (680520) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 680520.

Family tree for abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of paper or paperboard only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up

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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/v2022/6805'>6805: Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of textile material, of paper, paperboard or of other material, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680520'>680520: Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of paper or paperboard only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680510'>680510: Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of woven textile fabric only, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680530'>680530: Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6805, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up</a>"]

    

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