Manufacture of fertilisers and nitrogen compounds
NACE v2.0 Code: C20.15
About manufacture of fertilisers and nitrogen compounds
NACE code 20.15 covers the manufacture of fertilisers and nitrogen compounds, a critical industry that plays a vital role in supporting global food production. Fertilisers are essential inputs for the agricultural sector, helping to improve soil fertility and boost crop yields. This industry's outputs are consumed by 01.11 Grow of cereals (except rice), leguminous crops and oil seeds, 01.13 Grow of vegetables and melons, roots and tubers, and other agricultural NACE codes, making it a key component of the broader food supply chain.
Production process
The manufacture of fertilisers and nitrogen compounds involves several key production techniques. The primary method is the Haber-Bosch process, which uses high temperatures and pressures to synthesise ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen. This ammonia can then be further processed into a range of nitrogen-based fertiliser products, such as urea, ammonium nitrate, and ammonium sulphate. Other techniques include the extraction and purification of natural mineral deposits, as well as the recovery and processing of waste products from various industrial processes.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the manufacture of fertilisers and nitrogen compounds include natural gas, coal, and other fossil fuels, which serve as feedstocks for the production of ammonia and other nitrogen-based compounds. Additionally, the industry relies on various mineral resources, such as phosphate rock, potash, and sulphur, which are used to produce phosphate-based and potassium-based fertilisers. Specialized production equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, and packaging machinery, is also a critical input for this industry.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the fertiliser and nitrogen compounds industry are a diverse range of fertiliser products, including urea, ammonium nitrate, ammonium sulphate, and various compound and mixed fertilisers. These outputs are consumed by 01.11 Grow of cereals (except rice), leguminous crops and oil seeds, 01.13 Grow of vegetables and melons, roots and tubers, and other agricultural NACE codes, as they are essential for maintaining soil fertility and supporting crop growth.
Revisions to 20.15
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 20.15. The most recent 1 version of this code (20.15) is in the NACE v2.1 system:
This page shows a legacy version of code 20.15 ( NACE v2.0).
Newer versions
- NACE v2.1 (Latest revision):
Related Tariff Codes (HS / Harmonized System)
These HS codes are related to this econ code: (20.15).
Related ISIC Codes
These isic codes are related to this econ code: (20.15).
| ISIC code | ISIC Version | ISIC title |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | ISIC v4.0 | Manufacture of fertilizers and nitrogen compounds |
Related CPC Codes
These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (20.15).
Family tree for manufacture of fertilisers and nitrogen compounds
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A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20'>20: Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/1'>20.1: Manufacture of basic chemicals, fertilisers and nitrogen compounds, plastics and synthetic rubber in primary forms</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/15'>20.15: Manufacture of fertilisers and nitrogen compounds</a>"]
C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/11'>20.11: Manufacture of industrial gases</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/12'>20.12: Manufacture of dyes and pigments</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/13'>20.13: Manufacture of other inorganic basic chemicals</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/14'>20.14: Manufacture of other organic basic chemicals</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/16'>20.16: Manufacture of plastics in primary forms</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/17'>20.17: Manufacture of synthetic rubber in primary forms</a>"]
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