Manufacture of glues

NACE v2.0 Code: C20.52

About manufacture of glues

NACE code 20.52 covers the manufacture of glues, which are adhesive substances used to bind materials together. This industry plays a crucial role in various sectors, from construction and furniture-making to packaging and textiles. Glues are essential for the assembly and production of a wide range of products, making the manufacture of glues a vital component of the broader manufacturing ecosystem.

Production process

The manufacture of glues typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw materials such as resins, polymers, and other adhesive compounds are sourced and prepared. These materials are then combined and processed through heating, mixing, and other techniques to create the desired glue formulation. The glue is then packaged and distributed for use in various applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the manufacture of glues include natural and synthetic resins, polymers, solvents, and other adhesive compounds. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment for the mixing, processing, and packaging of the final products. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also essential for the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the glue manufacturing industry is, of course, the glues themselves. These products are then consumed by a wide range of other industries, including 16.21 Construction of wood and of products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of articles of straw and plaiting materials, 31.01 Manufacture of office and shop furniture, 22.22 Manufacture of plastic packing goods, and 13.92 Manufacture of made-up textile articles, except apparel. The versatility of glues makes them a crucial component in the production of a diverse array of goods.

Revisions to 20.52

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 20.52. The most recent 4 versions of this code (20.52) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 20.52 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related Tariff Codes (HS / Harmonized System)

These HS codes are related to this econ code: (20.52).

HS code HS year HS title
151800HS v2017Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions; oxidised, boiled or otherwise chemically modified, (excluding those of heading no. 1516), inedible mixtures or preparations of fats or oils
321590HS v2017Ink; writing, drawing and other inks, n.e.c. in heading no. 3215, whether or not concentrated or solid
330112HS v2017Oils, essential; of orange (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes
330113HS v2017Oils, essential; of lemon (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes
330119HS v2017Oils, essential; of citrus fruits n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes
330124HS v2017Oils, essential; of peppermint (Mentha piperita), terpeneless or not, including concretes and absolutes
330125HS v2017Oils, essential; of mints (excluding peppermint), terpeneless or not, including concretes and absolutes
330129HS v2017Oils, essential; n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes
330130HS v2017Resinoids
330190HS v2017Oils, essential; concentrates in fats, fixed oils, waxes and the like, terpenic by-products, aqueous distillates and solutions, extracted oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 3301
330210HS v2017Odoriferous substances and mixtures; of a kind used in the food or drink industries
330290HS v2017Odoriferous substances and mixtures; used as raw materials in industries other than the food or drink industries
350190HS v2017Caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein glues
350220HS v2017Albumins; milk albumin, including concentrates of two or more whey proteins
350290HS v2017Albumins, albuminates and other albumin derivatives; other than egg or milk albumin, including concentrates of two or more whey proteins
350300HS v2017Gelatin (including gelatin in rectangular sheets, whether or not surface-worked or coloured) and gelatin derivatives; isinglass; other glues of animal origin, excluding casein glues of heading no. 3501
350400HS v2017Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives n.e.c. or included, hide powder, whether or not chromed
350520HS v2017Glues; based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches
350610HS v2017Glues or adhesives; prepared, products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding a net weight of 1kg
350691HS v2017Adhesives; prepared, based on polymers of heading 3901 to 3913 or on rubber
350699HS v2017Glues and other adhesives; prepared, n.e.c. in heading no. 3506, not exceeding a net weight of 1kg
340311HS v2017Lubricating preparations; for the treatment of textile and similar materials (leather, furskins etc), containing less than 70% (by weight) of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals
340319HS v2017Lubricating preparations; (other than for the treatment of textile and similar materials), containing less than 70% (by weight) of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals
340391HS v2017Lubricating preparations; for the treatment of textile and similar materials (leather, furskins etc), (not containing petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals)
340399HS v2017Lubricating preparations; other than for the treatment of textile and similar materials, not containing petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals
381111HS v2017Anti-knock preparations; based on lead compounds
381119HS v2017Anti-knock preparations; other than those based on lead compounds
381121HS v2017Lubricating oil additives; containing petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals
381129HS v2017Lubricating oil additives; not containing petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals
381190HS v2017Oxidation and gum inhibitors, viscosity improvers, anti-corrosive preparations, other prepared additives for mineral oils or liquids used as mineral oils (including gasoline), n.e.c. in heading no. 3811
381900HS v2017Hydraulic fluids; for brakes and other prepared liquids for hydraulic transmission, not containing or containing less than 70% by weight of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals
382000HS v2017Anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids
340700HS v2017Modelling pastes; preparations known as dental wax, put up in sets, in packings for retail sale or in plates, horseshoe shapes, sticks or similar forms, other preparations for use in dentistry
381300HS v2017Fire-extinguishers; preparations and charges and charged fire-extinguishing grenades
382100HS v2017Prepared culture media for the development or maintenance of micro-organisms (including viruses and the like) or of plant, human or animal cells
382200HS v2017Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006; certified reference material
360100HS v2017Explosives; propellent powders
360200HS v2017Explosives, prepared; other than propellent powders
360300HS v2017Fuses and detonators; safety or detonating fuses, percussion or detonating caps, igniters, electric detonators
360410HS v2017Pyrotechnic products; fireworks
360490HS v2017Pyrotechnic products; signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles (excluding fireworks)
381800HS v2017Chemical elements; doped for use in electronics, in the form of discs, wafers or similar forms; chemical compounds doped for use in electronics
382600HS v2017Biodiesel and mixtures thereof; not containing or containing less than 70% by weight of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals
380210HS v2017Carbon; activated
380910HS v2017Finishing agents and dye carriers; to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in textile, paper, leather etc industries, with basis of amylaceous substances, n.e.c.
380991HS v2017Finishing agents and dye carriers; to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in the textile industry (excluding those with a basis of amylaceous substances)
380992HS v2017Finishing agents and dye carriers; to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in the paper industry (excluding those with a basis of amylaceous substances)
380993HS v2017Finishing agents and dye carriers; to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in the leather or like (excluding paper and textile) industries, (excluding those with a basis of amylaceous substances)
381010HS v2017Pickling preparations for metal surfaces; soldering, brazing or welding powders and pastes consisting of metal and other materials
381090HS v2017Fluxes and other auxiliary preparations; for soldering, brazing or welding, or preparations used as cores or coatings for welding electrodes or rods
381210HS v2017Rubber accelerators; prepared
381220HS v2017Plasticisers, compound; for rubber or plastics
381231HS v2017Anti-oxidising preparations and other compound stabilisers; for rubber or plastics, mixtures of oligomers of 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,2-dihydroquinoline (TMQ)
381239HS v2017Anti-oxidising preparations and other compound stabilisers; for rubber or plastics, other than mixtures of oligomers of 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,2-dihydroquinoline (TMQ)
381511HS v2017Catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with nickel or nickel compounds as the active substance, n.e.c. or included
381512HS v2017Catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with precious metal or precious metal compounds as the active substance, n.e.c. or included
381519HS v2017Catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included
381590HS v2017Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, unsupported, n.e.c. or included
381700HS v2017Mixed alkylbenzenes and mixed alkylnaphthalenes, other than those of heading no. 2707 or 2902
382410HS v2017Binders, prepared; for foundry moulds or cores
382430HS v2017Metal carbides, non-agglomerated; mixed together or with metallic binders
382440HS v2017Cements, mortars or concretes; their prepared additives
382460HS v2017Sorbitol; other than that of subheading no. 2905.44
382471HS v2017Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), whether or not containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)
382472HS v2017Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing bromochlorodifluoromethane, bromotrifluoromethane or dibromotetrafluoroethanes
382473HS v2017Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing hydrobromofluorocarbons (HBFCs)
382474HS v2017Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), whether or not containing perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
382475HS v2017Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing carbon tetrachloride
382476HS v2017Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing 1,1,1-trichloroethane (methyl chloroform)
382477HS v2017Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing bromomethane (methyl bromide) or bromochloromethane
382478HS v2017Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; containing perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but not containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs)
382479HS v2017Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane; n.e.c. in item no. 3827.7
382481HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing oxirane (ethylene oxide)
382482HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polychlorinated terphenyls (PCTs) or polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs)
382483HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate
382484HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing aldrin, camphechlor (toxaphene), chlordane, chlordecone, DDT (chlorfenotane, 1,1,1-trichloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethane), dieldrin, endosulfan, endrin, heptachlor or mirex
382485HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH (ISO)), including lindane (ISO, INN)
382486HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing pentachlorobenzene (ISO), or hexachlorobenzene (ISO)
382487HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing perfluorooctane sulphonic acid, its salts, perfluorooctane sulphonamides, or perfluorooctane sulphonyl fluoride
382488HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; containing goods specified in Subheading Note 3 to this Chapter; containing tetra-, penta-, hexa-, hepta- or octabromodiphenyl ethers
382491HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; consisting mainly of (5-ethyl-2-methyl-2-oxido-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinan-5-yl)methyl methylphosphonate and bis[(5-ethyl-2-methyl-2-oxido-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinan-5-yl)methyl] methylphosphonate
382499HS v2017Chemical products, mixtures and preparations; n.e.c. heading 3824
360500HS v2017Matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604
370110HS v2017Photographic plates and film; for x-ray, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles
370120HS v2017Photographic plates and film; instant print film, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, whether or not in packs
370130HS v2017Photographic plates and film; in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with any side exceeding 225mm, of any materials other than paper, paperboard or textiles
370191HS v2017Photographic plates and film; for colour photography (polychrome), in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with no side exceeding 255mm, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles
370199HS v2017Photographic plates and film; (for other than colour photography), in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, with no side exceeding 255mm, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles
370210HS v2017Photographic film; for x-rays, in rolls, sensitised and unexposed (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370231HS v2017Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width not exceeding 105mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370232HS v2017Photographic film; in rolls, with silver halide emulsion, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width not exceeding 105mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370239HS v2017Photographic film; in rolls, (other than with silver halide emulsion and for colour photography), sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width not exceeding 105mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370241HS v2017Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370242HS v2017Photographic film; in rolls, (other than for colour photography), sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370243HS v2017Photographic film; in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 610mm and of a length not exceeding 200m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370244HS v2017Photographic film; in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, without sprocket holes, of a width exceeding 105mm but not exceeding 610mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370252HS v2017Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 16mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370253HS v2017Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome) slides, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not exceeding 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370254HS v2017Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m, excluding film for slides (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370255HS v2017Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 16mm but not 35mm and of a length exceeding 30m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370256HS v2017Photographic film; for colour photography (polychrome), in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 35mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370296HS v2017Photographic film; other than for colour photography, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 35mm and of a length not exceeding 30m (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370297HS v2017Photographic film; other than for colour photography, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width not exceeding 35mm and of a length exceeding 30m (other than paper, paperboard or textiles)
370298HS v2017Photographic film; other than for colour photography, in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 35mm (other than of paper, paperboard or textiles)
370310HS v2017Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; in rolls, sensitised, unexposed, of a width exceeding 610mm
370320HS v2017Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; for colour photography (polychrome), (other than in rolls of a width exceeding 610mm), sensitised, unexposed
370390HS v2017Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles; (for other than colour photography, other than in rolls of a width exceeding 610mm), sensitised, unexposed
370710HS v2017Photographic goods; sensitised emulsions, put up in measured portions or put up for retail sale in a form ready for use
370790HS v2017Photographic goods; chemical preparations other than sensitised emulsions, put up in measured portions or put up for retail sale in a form ready for use

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (20.52).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
2029ISIC v4.0Manufacture of other chemical products n.e.c.

Related CPC Codes

These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (20.52).

CPC code CPC Version CPC title
34550CPC v2.1Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, chemically modified, except those hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinized; inedible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils
35140CPC v2.1Writing or drawing ink and other inks
35410CPC v2.1Essential oils and concentrates, aqueous distillates and aqueous solutions thereof; resinoids; terpenic by-products of the deterpenation of essential oils; mixtures of odoriferous substances of a kind used as raw materials in industry
35420CPC v2.1Glues and gelatine, peptones and their derivatives, and related products; caseinates and other casein derivatives; albuminates and other albumin derivatives
35430CPC v2.1Lubricating preparations and preparations of a kind used for the oil or grease treatment of materials, except of petroleum; prepared additives for mineral oils; prepared liquids for hydraulic transmission, except of petroleum; anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids
35440CPC v2.1Modelling pastes; "dental wax" or "dental impression compounds"; other preparations for use in dentistry with a basis of plaster; preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades; prepared culture media for development and maintenance of micro-organisms and plant, human or animal cells; composite diagnostic or laboratory reagents n.e.c.
35450CPC v2.1Prepared explosives; safety fuses; detonating fuses; percussion or detonating caps; igniters; electric detonators
35460CPC v2.1Pyrotechnic articles
35470CPC v2.1Chemical elements and compounds doped for use in electronics
35491CPC v2.1Biodiesel
35499CPC v2.1Other chemical products n.e.c.
38998CPC v2.1Matches
48341CPC v2.1Photographic plates and film and instant print film, sensitized, unexposed
48342CPC v2.1Chemical preparations for photographic uses, except varnishes, adhesives and the like; unmixed products for photographic uses, put up in measured portions or put up for retail sale in a form ready for use
88427CPC v2.1Other chemical products manufacturing services n.e.c.

Family tree for manufacture of glues

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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/20/5'>20.5: Manufacture of other chemical products</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/52'>20.52: Manufacture of glues</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/51'>20.51: Manufacture of explosives</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/53'>20.53: Manufacture of essential oils</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/59'>20.59: Manufacture of other chemical products n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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