Mining of chemical and fertiliser minerals

NACE v2.0 Code: B08.91

About mining of chemical and fertiliser minerals

NACE code 08.91 covers the mining and extraction of chemical and fertiliser minerals, a critical industry that plays a vital role in the broader economy. These activities involve the extraction and processing of raw materials essential for the production of various chemical compounds, fertilizers, and other industrial products. The industry's output serves as a crucial input for numerous downstream sectors, contributing to the development and growth of diverse industries.

Production process

The mining of chemical and fertiliser minerals typically involves a combination of surface and underground extraction methods. Depending on the specific mineral deposits, techniques such as open-pit mining, shaft mining, or solution mining may be employed. The extracted raw materials then undergo various processing steps, which may include crushing, grinding, washing, and beneficiation, to concentrate the desired minerals and prepare them for further industrial applications.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the mining of chemical and fertiliser minerals include the natural mineral deposits themselves, as well as the necessary machinery and equipment for extraction, processing, and transportation. This may include excavators, drilling rigs, conveyor systems, and processing plants. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, energy sources, and transportation infrastructure to facilitate the movement of raw materials to downstream consumers.

Production outputs

The mining of chemical and fertiliser minerals produces a range of outputs, including various mineral concentrates, salts, and other chemical compounds. These outputs serve as essential inputs for the production of 20.15 Manufacture of fertilisers and nitrogen compounds, 20.13 Manufacture of other inorganic basic chemicals, and 20.14 Manufacture of other organic basic chemicals, among other industries. The industry's products are crucial for the manufacturing of fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, plastics, and a wide array of other industrial and consumer goods.

Revisions to 08.91

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 08.91. The most recent 1 version of this code (08.91) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 08.91 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related Tariff Codes (HS / Harmonized System)

These HS codes are related to this econ code: (08.91).

HS code HS year HS title
251010HS v2017Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk; unground
251020HS v2017Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk; ground
250200HS v2017Iron pyrites; unroasted
251110HS v2017Barium sulphate (barytes); natural
251120HS v2017Barium carbonate (witherite); natural, whether or not calcined, other than barium oxide of heading no. 2816
252800HS v2017Natural borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined), but not including borates separated from natural brine; natural boric acid containing not more than 85 % of H3BO3 calculated on the dry weight
252921HS v2017Fluorspar; containing by weight 97% or less of calcium fluoride
252922HS v2017Fluorspar; containing by weight more than 97% of calcium fluoride
253020HS v2017Kieserite, epsomite (natural magnesium sulphates)
253090HS v2017Mineral substances; n.e.c. in chapter 25
310490HS v2017Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104
310100HS v2017Fertilizers, animal or vegetable; whether or not mixed together or chemically treated; fertilizers, produced by the mixing or chemical treatment of animal or vegetable products

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (08.91).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
0891ISIC v4.0Mining of chemical and fertilizer minerals

Related CPC Codes

These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (08.91).

CPC code CPC Version CPC title
16110CPC v2.1Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk
16120CPC v2.1Unroasted iron pyrites
16190CPC v2.1Other chemical minerals
34639CPC v2.1Carnallite, sylvite and other potassic fertilizers, n.e.c.
34654CPC v2.1Excreta of animals useful for manure/fertilizer and fuel preparation
86229CPC v2.1Other mining services on resources owned by others

Family tree for mining of chemical and fertiliser minerals

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/B/08'>08: Other mining and quarrying</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/B/08/9'>08.9: Mining and quarrying n.e.c.</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/B/08/91'>08.91: Mining of chemical and fertiliser minerals</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/B/08/92'>08.92: Extraction of peat</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/B/08/93'>08.93: Extraction of salt</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/B/08/99'>08.99: Other mining and quarrying n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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