rohmaterial

Rohmaterial, or raw material, is a basic substance used in the manufacture of goods and as an input in production processes. Raw materials are typically transformed, processed, or refined into intermediate or finished products. They originate from natural resources, but can also be obtained from recycled materials or synthesized through chemical synthesis.

Classification: Primary raw materials come directly from natural resources such as ore, fossil fuels, timber, agricultural commodities, and water. Secondary raw materials are derived from processing or recycling, such as scrap metal or recycled plastics. Materials can also be classified by state (solid, liquid, gas) or by sector (energy, chemical, construction).

Role and procurement: Companies manage raw material sourcing through suppliers, mining operations, farms, or refineries. Quality and specifications are defined by standards (e.g., purity, particle size, moisture content) to ensure process compatibility. Supply risk, price volatility, and geopolitical factors influence procurement strategies.

Sustainability: Raw material extraction can have environmental and social impacts. There is increasing emphasis on sustainable sourcing, responsible mining, life-cycle assessment, and recycling to close material loops in a circular economy. Certifications and traceability help verify origin and compliance.

Economic and technological trends: Demand for critical metals, rare earths, and bio-based materials shapes industry investment. Advances in material science, process optimization, and recycling technologies aim to improve efficiency and reduce dependence on virgin inputs.