Nickel; waste and scrap

HS v2022 Code: 750300

About nickel; waste and scrap

HS code 750300 covers the classification of nickel waste and scrap. Nickel is a vital metal used in a wide range of industries, from stainless steel production to the manufacture of batteries and other high-tech components. The recycling and reuse of nickel waste and scrap is an important part of the global nickel supply chain, helping to conserve natural resources and reduce the environmental impact of nickel production.

Production process

Nickel waste and scrap is typically processed through a series of steps, including sorting, cleaning, and melting. Scrap metal is first collected and sorted by type and purity. It is then cleaned to remove any impurities or contaminants. Finally, the cleaned scrap is melted down and refined to produce high-purity nickel that can be used in new products and applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the processing of nickel waste and scrap include the scrap metal itself, as well as energy sources such as electricity or natural gas for the melting and refining processes. Specialized equipment, such as furnaces, sorting machines, and refining equipment, is also necessary to efficiently and safely process the scrap material.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 750300 is refined nickel that can be used in a variety of applications, including the production of 720810 stainless steel, 851770 batteries, and 848180 industrial valves and fittings. The recycled nickel can also be used as an input for other nickel-containing products, helping to reduce the demand for newly mined nickel and supporting the circular economy.

Revisions to 750300

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 750300. The most recent 1 version of this code (750300) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 750300.

Older versions

Family tree for nickel; waste and scrap

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