SIC 3339 - Primary Smelting And Refining Of Nonferrous Metals, Except Copper
Establishments primarily engaged in smelting and refining nonferrous metals, except copper and aluminum. Establishments primarily engaged in rolling, drawing, and extruding these nonferrous primary metals are classified in Industry 3356, and the production of bullion at the site of the mine is classified in Division B, Mining.
Industry trends:
The Primary Smelting and Refining of Nonferrous Metals, Except Copper (NAICS 3339), is experiencing several notable qualitative trends. One significant trend is the increasing emphasis on sustainability and environmental compliance. Companies in the sector are investing in cleaner technologies and more efficient smelting processes to reduce their carbon footprint in response to tightening regulatory standards and consumer demand for greener products.
Another trend is the growing integration of digital technologies. Smelters are adopting Industry 4.0 capabilities such as advanced analytics, Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, and automation to improve operational efficiency, enhance safety, and reduce costs. This digital transformation aims to maximize resource utilization and minimize waste.
Supply chain disruptions and geopolitical uncertainties are also shaping the industry. Companies are diversifying their supply sources and increasing inventory levels to mitigate risks associated with global supply chain vulnerabilities. Additionally, there is a rising focus on recycling and the circular economy, with firms investing in secondary smelting technologies to recover valuable metals from scrap materials.
Looking forward, the demand for nonferrous metals, particularly those used in renewable energy technologies and electric vehicles, is expected to grow. This will likely drive innovation and capacity expansion in the sector. However, firms must navigate the dual challenges of meeting environmental standards and managing economic pressures effectively.
This industry is comprised of:
Antifriction bearing metals, lead-base: primary
Antimony refining, primary
Babbitt metal, primary
Beryllium metal
Bismuth refining, primary
Blocks, zinc, primary
Cadmium refining, primary
Chromium refining, primary
Cobalt refining, primary
Columbium refining, primary
Germanium refining, primary
Gold refining, primary
Ingots, primary: nonferrous metals, except copper and aluminum
Iridium refining, primary
Lead pigs, blocks, ingots, and refinery shapes: primary
Lead smelting and refining, primary
Magnesium refining, primary
Nickel refining, primary
Nonferrous refining, primary: except copper and aluminum
Nonferrous smelting, primary: except copper and aluminum
Pigs, primary: nonferrous metals, except copper and aluminum
Platinum-group metals refining, primary
Precious metal refining, primary
Primary refining of nonferrous metal: except copper and aluminum
Primary smelting of nonferrous metal: except copper and aluminum
Refining of nonferrous metal, primary: except copper and aluminum
Rhenium refining, primary
Selenium refining, primary
Silicon refining, primary (over 99 percent pure)
Silicon, epitaxial (silicon alloy)
Silicon, pure
Silver refining, primary
Slabs, primary: nonferrous metals, except copper and aluminum
Smelting of nonferrous metal, primary: except copper and aluminum
Spelter (zinc), primary
Tantalum refining
Tellurium refining, primary
Tin base alloys, primary
Tin refining, primary
Titanium metal sponge and granules
Zinc dust, primary
Zirconium metal sponge and granules
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