Electrical and electronic waste and scrap; of a kind used principally for the recovery of precious metal, containing primary cells and batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical
HS v2022 Code: 854921
About electrical and electronic waste and scrap; of a kind used principally for the recovery of precious metal, containing primary cells and batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical
HS code 854921 covers a diverse range of electrical and electronic waste and scrap materials that are primarily used for the recovery of precious metals. This industry plays a crucial role in the circular economy, as it enables the recycling and reuse of valuable resources that would otherwise end up in landfills. The proper management and processing of this waste stream is essential for both environmental sustainability and the recovery of critical raw materials.
Production process
The main production techniques involved in this industry include collection, sorting, dismantling, and specialized processing methods. Waste materials are first collected from various sources, such as households, businesses, and industrial facilities. They are then sorted and separated based on their composition, with a focus on isolating the components that contain precious metals or other valuable materials. The dismantling process involves the careful disassembly of electronic devices to extract the individual components, which are then further processed using techniques like smelting, leaching, and electrolysis to recover the precious metals.
Production inputs
The primary inputs required for this industry include the collection and transportation of electrical and electronic waste, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for the sorting, dismantling, and processing of the materials. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in waste management, materials science, and metallurgy to ensure the efficient and safe recovery of valuable resources.
Production outputs
The main outputs of this industry are the recovered precious metals, such as gold, silver, and palladium, as well as other valuable materials like copper, aluminum, and rare earth elements. These outputs can be used as inputs for a wide range of industries, including 720110 Iron and steel, 854449 Insulated wire, cable and other insulated electric conductors, and 851770 Parts of electrical machinery and apparatus, among others.
Revisions to 854921
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 854921. The most recent 1 version of this code (854921) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 854921.
Family tree for electrical and electronic waste and scrap; of a kind used principally for the recovery of precious metal, containing primary cells and batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8549'>8549: Electrical and electronic waste and scrap</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854921'>854921: Electrical and electronic waste and scrap; of a kind used principally for the recovery of precious metal, containing primary cells and batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switches, glass from cathode ray tubes or other activated glass, or electrical</a>"]
B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854911'>854911: Waste and scrap of lead-acid accumulators; spent lead-acid accumulators</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854912'>854912: Waste and scrap; of primary cells, primary batteries and electric accumulators, spent or not, containing lead, cadmium or mercury, other than lead-acid accumulators</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854913'>854913: Waste and scrap; of primary cells, primary batteries and electric accumulators, spent or not, sorted by chemical type and not containing lead, cadmium or mercury</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854914'>854914: Waste and scrap; of primary cells, primary batteries and electric accumulators, spent or not, unsorted and not containing lead, cadmium or mercury</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854919'>854919: Waste and scrap; of primary cells, primary batteries and electric accumulators, n.e.c. in item no 8549.1</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854929'>854929: Waste and scrap; of a kind used principally for the recovery of precious metal n.e.c. in item no 8549.21</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854931'>854931: Electrical and electronic waste and scrap; electrical and electronic assemblies and printed circuit boards, other than those used principally for the recovery of precious metal, containing primary cells and batteries, electric accumulators, mercury-switch</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854939'>854939: Waste and scrap; electrical and electronic assemblies and printed circuit boards, other than those used principally for the recovery of precious metal n.e.c. in item no 8549.31</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854991'>854991: Waste and scrap; n.e.c. in heading no 8549</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854999'>854999: Waste and scrap; n.e.c. in item no 8549.91</a>"]
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