14610000 – Metal ores

Metal ores code description

The category “Metal ores” encompasses various types of ores that are used in the production of metals. It includes subcategories such as “Iron ores,” which are ores primarily composed of iron and are essential for the production of steel. “Non-ferrous metal ores” consist of ores that do not contain iron, but are rich in other metals like copper, aluminum, or zinc. “Uranium and thorium ores” refer to ores that contain these radioactive elements, which are used in nuclear power generation. Lastly, “Miscellaneous ores” category includes ores that do not fall into the other subcategories mentioned. These ores may include rare metals or minerals used in various industries.