Aluminium; powders of non-lamellar structure

HS code 760310 covers the classification of aluminium powders with a non-lamellar structure. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader aluminium manufacturing sector, which is a vital component of the global metals and mining economy. Aluminium powders find diverse applications across various industries, contributing to the production of a wide range of products and components.

The production of aluminium powders with a non-lamellar structure typically involves mechanical milling or atomization processes. In the milling process, solid aluminium is subjected to high-energy mechanical forces, which break down the material into fine powder particles. Alternatively, the atomization method involves melting aluminium and then rapidly cooling the molten metal, causing it to solidify into small, irregularly shaped powder particles.

The primary inputs required for the production of HS code 760310 aluminium powders include raw aluminium metal, specialized milling or atomization equipment, and energy sources to power the manufacturing processes. Additionally, the industry may rely on various chemical additives or coatings to modify the properties of the powders, such as improving flowability or enhancing surface characteristics.

The aluminium powders classified under HS code 760310 are widely used as raw materials in the production of a variety of products. These powders may be consumed by industries manufacturing 760120 Aluminium; unwrought, not alloyed, 760410 Aluminium; bars, rods and profiles, not alloyed, and 760511 Aluminium; wire, not alloyed, among others. The unique properties of these non-lamellar aluminium powders make them suitable for applications in fields such as additive manufacturing, metallurgy, and the production of specialized coatings and paints.