Copper; powders of non-lamellar structure

HS code 740610 covers the classification of copper powders with a non-lamellar structure. These powders are an essential raw material for a wide range of industries, including electronics, automotive, and construction. As a highly conductive and malleable metal, copper plays a crucial role in the global economy, facilitating the production and distribution of goods and services across various sectors.

Copper powders with a non-lamellar structure are typically produced through mechanical or chemical processes. Mechanical methods involve grinding or atomizing solid copper into fine particles, while chemical processes may use precipitation or reduction techniques to extract and refine the copper from its ores or other sources. The specific production techniques employed can vary depending on the desired particle size, purity, and other characteristics required for the intended applications.

The production of HS code 740610 copper powders requires several key inputs, including raw copper materials, such as 740311 Copper; refined, in the form of cathodes and sections of cathodes or 740321 Copper; unwrought, not alloyed, containing by weight >= 99.9% of copper. Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment, such as grinding mills, atomizers, and chemical reactors, are necessary to transform the raw copper into the desired powder form. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, and various chemical reagents may also be required, depending on the production method employed.

The copper powders classified under HS code 740610 are used as a raw material in a variety of downstream industries. They are commonly used in the production of 854011 Diodes, other than photosensitive or light-emitting diodes and 854012 Transistors, other than photosensitive transistors, as well as in the manufacture of 732393 Copper; table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, 732599 Copper; sanitary ware and parts thereof, and 732690 Copper; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 7326. The versatility of these copper powders makes them an essential component in the production of a wide range of consumer and industrial goods.