Lead; waste and scrap

HS v2022 Code: 780200

About lead; waste and scrap

HS code 780200 covers lead and lead waste and scrap. Lead is a dense, soft, and malleable metal that has been used for centuries in a wide range of applications, from construction materials to batteries and radiation shielding. The lead industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing essential raw materials for various industries and supporting the circular economy through the recycling of lead-based products.

Production process

The production of lead typically involves mining and smelting of lead-containing ores. The ore is first crushed and concentrated, then smelted in a furnace to extract the pure lead metal. Lead can also be recovered from recycled sources, such as used lead-acid batteries, which are collected, dismantled, and processed to extract the lead for reuse.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the lead industry include lead-containing ores, such as galena (lead sulfide), as well as various types of machinery and equipment for mining, smelting, and processing the raw materials. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, energy sources, and transportation infrastructure to support the production and distribution of lead and lead-based products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the lead industry are refined lead metal and lead-based products, such as lead-acid batteries, lead sheets, and lead-based alloys. These outputs are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 854020 Electrical accumulators, 780110 Unwrought lead, and 780600 Other articles of lead, among others. The lead industry also generates waste and scrap, which can be recycled and reused in the production process.

Revisions to 780200

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 780200. The most recent 1 version of this code (780200) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 780200.

Older versions

Family tree for lead; waste and scrap

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