Nickel and articles thereof

HS v2022 Code: 75

About nickel and articles thereof

HS code 75 covers nickel and articles made from nickel. Nickel is a hard, silvery-white metal that is highly resistant to corrosion and has a wide range of industrial applications. The nickel industry is a crucial component of the global economy, providing essential materials for industries such as 72 Iron and steel, 84 Machinery, and 85 Electrical machinery. Nickel's unique properties make it an indispensable material in the production of various goods, from stainless steel to rechargeable batteries.

Production process

The production of nickel and nickel-based products typically involves several key steps. The process often begins with the mining and extraction of nickel-containing ores, which are then processed through smelting and refining to produce pure nickel metal. Depending on the intended application, the refined nickel may undergo further processing, such as alloying, casting, or fabrication, to create the desired nickel-based products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the nickel industry include nickel-bearing ores, which are the primary raw material. Additionally, the industry relies on various energy sources, such as electricity and fuel, to power the smelting and refining processes. Specialized equipment, such as mining machinery, smelters, and refining furnaces, are also essential inputs for the production of nickel and nickel-based products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the nickel industry are refined nickel metal and a wide range of nickel-based products, including alloys, castings, and fabricated articles. These outputs are then consumed by various downstream industries, such as 72 Iron and steel, 84 Machinery, and 85 Electrical machinery, which use nickel in the production of their own goods and services.

Family tree for nickel and articles thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/75'>75: Nickel and articles thereof</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7501'>7501: Nickel mattes; nickel oxide sinters and other intermediate products of nickel metallurgy</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7502'>7502: Nickel; unwrought</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7503'>7503: Nickel; waste and scrap</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7504'>7504: Nickel; powders and flakes</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7505'>7505: Nickel; bars, rods, profiles and wire</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7506'>7506: Nickel; plates, sheets, strip and foil</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7507'>7507: Nickel; tubes, pipes and tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves)</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7508'>7508: Nickel; articles thereof n.e.c. in chapter 75</a>"]


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