Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools (including intermixtures thereof), in bulk, sheets or rolls

HS v2022 Code: 680610

About slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools (including intermixtures thereof), in bulk, sheets or rolls

HS code 680610 covers a range of mineral wool products, including slag wool, rock wool, and similar mineral wools. These materials are widely used in the construction and insulation industries, playing a crucial role in improving energy efficiency and thermal regulation in buildings. As a key component of the broader mineral and mining sector, the production and trade of these mineral wools contribute significantly to the global economy.

Production process

The production of mineral wools under HS code 680610 typically involves melting and spinning various mineral raw materials, such as slag, rock, or other silicate-based materials. The molten material is then drawn into fine fibers and formed into bulk, sheet, or roll products. This process allows for the creation of highly insulative and fire-resistant materials that can be easily installed in a variety of applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of mineral wools under HS code 680610 include raw mineral materials, such as 260111 Slag, dross (other than granulated slag, 250610 Quartz, and 252310 Cement clinkers. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as melting furnaces and fiber-forming machinery, are essential for the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the mineral wool industry under HS code 680610 are insulation materials used in the construction, industrial, and transportation sectors. These products may be consumed by industries covered under codes such as 680911 Building boards of cement, concrete or artificial stone, 732111 Cooking appliances and plate warmers for domestic use, non-electric, and 870821 Safety seat belts, among others. The versatility and thermal properties of mineral wools make them a crucial component in improving energy efficiency and fire safety in a wide range of applications.

Revisions to 680610

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 680610. The most recent 1 version of this code (680610) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 680610.

Family tree for slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools (including intermixtures thereof), in bulk, sheets or rolls

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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/v2022/6806'>6806: Slag, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag, mixtures and articles of heat, sound insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680610'>680610: Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools (including intermixtures thereof), in bulk, sheets or rolls</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680620'>680620: Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials (including intermixtures thereof)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/680690'>680690: Minerals; mixtures and articles of heat-insulating, sound-insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials, other than those of heading no. 6811 or 6812 or of chapter 69</a>"]

    

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