Aluminium production
NACE v2.0 Code: C24.42
About aluminium production
NACE code 24.42 covers the industry of aluminium production, a critical component in the global manufacturing and construction sectors. Aluminium is a lightweight, durable, and highly versatile metal that is widely used in a variety of applications, from transportation and packaging to electronics and renewable energy. As a key material in the circular economy, the aluminium industry plays a vital role in supporting sustainable development and reducing carbon emissions.
Production process
The primary production of aluminium involves two main processes: the electrolytic reduction of alumina (aluminium oxide) to produce aluminium metal, and the recycling of scrap aluminium. The electrolytic reduction process, also known as the Hall-Héroult process, uses a molten cryolite bath and an electric current to extract pure aluminium from the alumina. Recycling aluminium, on the other hand, involves melting down scrap metal and reusing it to create new aluminium products, significantly reducing the energy and resource requirements compared to primary production.
Production inputs
The aluminium production industry relies on several key inputs, including bauxite (the primary raw material for alumina production), electricity, and various other materials and chemicals used in the smelting and refining processes. Specialized equipment, such as electrolytic cells, casting machines, and rolling mills, are also essential for the efficient and large-scale production of aluminium. The industry also requires a skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and operators, to manage the complex production processes.
Production outputs
The primary output of the aluminium production industry is aluminium metal, which is then used as an input for a wide range of downstream industries. These include the 24.53 Manufacture of light metal packaging, 29.10 Manufacture of motor vehicles, 27.32 Manufacture of other electronic and electric wires and cables, and 25.11 Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures. Aluminium is also a key material in the renewable energy sector, used in the production of solar panels and wind turbines.
Revisions to 24.42
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 24.42. The most recent 1 version of this code (24.42) is in the NACE v2.1 system:
This page shows a legacy version of code 24.42 ( 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: (24.42).
Related ISIC Codes
These isic codes are related to this econ code: (24.42).
ISIC code | ISIC Version | ISIC title |
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2420 | ISIC v4.0 | Manufacture of basic precious and other non-ferrous metals |
Related CPC Codes
These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (24.42).
Family tree for aluminium production
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