Magnesium; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8104

HS v2022 Code: 810490

About magnesium; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8104

HS code 810490 covers a diverse range of magnesium-based products and articles not elsewhere classified (n.e.c.) under heading 8104. Magnesium is a lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant metal with a wide range of industrial applications. The 810490 category plays a crucial role in various sectors, including transportation, construction, electronics, and consumer goods, contributing to the broader global economy.

Production process

The production of articles under HS code 810490 typically involves metallurgical processes to extract, refine, and fabricate magnesium into desired forms. Key techniques may include electrolytic or thermal reduction of magnesium compounds, casting, rolling, extrusion, and machining to create a variety of magnesium-based products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 810490 industry include magnesium ores and concentrates, as well as various alloying elements such as aluminum, zinc, and rare earth metals. Specialized equipment like furnaces, casting molds, and metal-working machinery are also essential for the production of magnesium articles.

Production outputs

The 810490 industry produces a diverse range of magnesium-based products, including castings, forgings, sheets, tubes, and other fabricated articles. These outputs are often used in the manufacture of 870323 motor vehicles, 940320 furniture, 850440 electrical transformers, and a wide variety of other consumer and industrial goods.

Revisions to 810490

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 810490. The most recent 1 version of this code (810490) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 810490.

Family tree for magnesium; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8104

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/81'>81: Metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8104'>8104: Magnesium; articles thereof, including waste and scrap</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/810490'>810490: Magnesium; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8104</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/810411'>810411: Magnesium; unwrought, containing at least 99.8% by weight of magnesium</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/810419'>810419: Magnesium; unwrought, containing less than 99.8% by weight of magnesium</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/810420'>810420: Magnesium; waste and scrap</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/810430'>810430: Magnesium; raspings, turnings and granules, graded according to size, powders</a>"]

    

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