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Process Data set: Alumina production ; Alumina for metallurgy ; Bauxite (en) en zh

Key Data Set Information
Location CN
Reference year 2005
Name
Alumina production ; Alumina for metallurgy ; Bauxite
Use advice for data set When utilizing this dataset for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), it is critical to ensure that the data is still relevant for current analyses as this dataset is based on data from the year 2005. Since technologies and efficiencies may have evolved, users should verify whether newer data is available and consistent with current production standards and environmental regulations. Moreover, if this dataset is used for comparisons with other processes, the users should account for the possible differences in technological levels and make adjustments accordingly. For studies focusing on aluminum production's sustainability, the inclusion of end-of-life recycling scenarios and aluminum's use phase impacts should be considered.
Technical purpose of product or process The alumina produced in this process is intended for use in the metallurgical industry. It serves as a primary material for the production of aluminum metal through the Hall-Héroult electrochemical process. This high purity alumina is essential for the production of metallic aluminum which is later used for various applications like aircraft structures, automotive parts, consumer goods, and in the construction industry.
Classification
Class name : Hierarchy level
  • ILCD: Materials production / Non-energetic raw materials
General comment on data set 氧化铝精炼工艺;完整的铝生产链
Copyright No
Owner of data set
Quantitative reference
Reference flow(s)
Time representativeness
Time representativeness description The text indicates that it is based on 2005 data
Technological representativeness
Flow diagram(s) or picture(s)
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LCI method and allocation
Type of data set Unit process, single operation
Deviation from LCI method principle / explanations None
Deviation from modelling constants / explanations None
Data sources, treatment and representativeness
Deviation from data cut-off and completeness principles / explanations None
Deviation from data selection and combination principles / explanations None
Deviation from data treatment and extrapolations principles / explanations None
Data source(s) used for this data set
Completeness
Completeness of product model No statement
Validation
Type of review
Dependent internal review
Reviewer name and institution
Data generator
Data set generator / modeller
Data entry by
Time stamp (last saved) 2024-04-30T20:23:58+08:00
Publication and ownership
UUID 97e18e42-eddb-4f74-9e14-bed53fd0ddba
Date of last revision 2024-05-13T14:41:41.459990+08:00
Data set version 01.00.005
Permanent data set URI https://lcadata.tiangong.world/showProcess.xhtml?uuid=97e18e42-eddb-4f74-9e14-bed53fd0ddba&version=01.00.000&stock=TianGong
Owner of data set
Copyright No
License type Free of charge for all users and uses

Inputs

Type of flow Classification Flow Location Mean amount Resulting amount Minimum amount Maximum amount
Product flow Energy carriers and technologies / Electricity 1.6812 MJ1.6812 MJ
Product flow
Materials production / Inorganic chemicals 0.0654 kg0.0654 kg
General comment soda
Elementary flow Resources / Resources from ground / Non-renewable material resources from ground 1.2 kg1.2 kg
Elementary flow
Resources / Resources from water / Renewable material resources from water 4.28 m34.28 m3
General comment river water
Product flow Materials production / Inorganic chemicals 0.531 kg0.531 kg
Product flow Energy carriers and technologies / Crude oil based fuels 0.00139 m30.00139 m3
Product flow Energy carriers and technologies / Crude oil based fuels 0.045 kg0.045 kg
Product flow Materials production / Other mineralic materials 0.18 kg0.18 kg

Outputs

Type of flow Classification Flow Location Mean amount Resulting amount Minimum amount Maximum amount
Product flow Materials production / Metals and semimetals 1.0 m31.0 m3