Rods and wire; coated rods and cored wire, of base metal, for soldering, brazing or welding by flame

HS code 831130 covers a range of base metal products used in welding, soldering, and brazing applications. These products are essential for various manufacturing and construction industries, enabling the joining of metal components through heat-based processes. The global market for these products has seen steady growth, driven by the increasing demand for durable and efficient metal fabrication across diverse sectors, including automotive, aerospace, and infrastructure development.

The production of the items covered under HS code 831130 typically involves a combination of metal forming, coating, and coring processes. Manufacturers may start with base metal rods or wires, which are then coated or filled with additional materials to enhance their performance during welding, soldering, or brazing. Common production techniques include extrusion, drawing, and various coating methods, such as electroplating or dip-coating, to apply the desired protective or functional layers.

The main inputs required for the production of the goods under HS code 831130 include base metals, such as steel, copper, or aluminum, as well as specialized coating and coring materials, such as flux, solder, or brazing alloys. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery and equipment, such as wire-drawing machines, coating lines, and quality control systems, to ensure the consistent production of these critical metal products.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 831130 are rods, wires, and cored wires that are designed for use in welding, soldering, and brazing applications. These products are often consumed by manufacturers in a wide range of industries, including 870000 Vehicles, 880000 Aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof, 940000 Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings, and 730000 Iron and steel.