Lead; unwrought, unrefined, not containing by weight antimony as the principal other element

HS v2022 Code: 780199

About lead; unwrought, unrefined, not containing by weight antimony as the principal other element

HS code 780199 covers the trade of unwrought, unrefined lead that does not contain antimony as the principal other element. Lead is a dense, malleable, and corrosion-resistant metal with a wide range of industrial applications. It plays a crucial role in the manufacturing of batteries, radiation shielding, and various alloys. The global lead market is closely tied to the performance of industries such as automotive, construction, and electronics, making it an important commodity within the broader economy.

Production process

The production of unwrought, unrefined lead (HS 780199) typically involves the mining and smelting of lead-containing ores. The ore is first crushed and concentrated to increase the lead content. It is then smelted in a furnace, where the lead is extracted and separated from other impurities. The resulting lead is then cast into ingots or other shapes for further processing or distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of unwrought, unrefined lead (HS 780199) include lead-containing ores, such as galena (lead sulfide), as well as energy sources like coal or natural gas to power the smelting process. Additionally, specialized equipment like furnaces, crushers, and casting molds are necessary for the various stages of production.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 780199 is unwrought, unrefined lead in various forms, such as ingots or blocks. This lead can be further refined and processed for use in a wide range of applications, including the manufacture of 852520 lead-acid batteries, 854020 X-ray tubes, and 780600 other lead articles.

Revisions to 780199

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 780199. The most recent 1 version of this code (780199) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 780199.

Family tree for lead; unwrought, unrefined, not containing by weight antimony as the principal other element

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/78'>78: Lead and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7801'>7801: Lead; unwrought</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/780199'>780199: Lead; unwrought, unrefined, not containing by weight antimony as the principal other element</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/780110'>780110: Lead; unwrought, refined</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/780191'>780191: Lead; unwrought, unrefined, containing by weight antimony as the principal other element</a>"]

    

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