Linseed

CPC v2.1 Code: 01441

About linseed

cpc code 01441 covers the production of linseed, a versatile and economically important agricultural commodity. Linseed, also known as flaxseed, is the seed of the flax plant and has a wide range of applications in various industries, including food, textiles, and manufacturing. As a key raw material, linseed plays a crucial role in the global economy, contributing to the production of a diverse array of products that are essential to modern life.

Production process

The production of linseed involves several key steps. Flax plants are cultivated, typically in temperate climates, and the seeds are harvested once the plants have reached maturity. The seeds are then processed to extract the oil, which is a primary output of the linseed industry. This process often involves drying, cleaning, and mechanical extraction methods to separate the oil from the seed.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the linseed industry include the flax plant itself, which serves as the raw material. Additionally, the production process may require specialized machinery and equipment for harvesting, processing, and refining the linseed. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also necessary to power the various stages of production.

Production outputs

The primary output of the linseed industry is the linseed oil, which has a wide range of applications. The oil can be used in the production of 20520 Paints and Varnishes, 13100 Textiles, and 10410 Oils and Fats. The remaining linseed meal or cake is also a valuable byproduct, often used as a high-protein animal feed or as a source of 20140 Organic Chemicals.

Family tree for linseed

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0'>0: Agriculture, forestry and fishery products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01'>01: Products of agriculture, horticulture and market gardening</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/014'>014: Oilseeds and oleaginous fruits</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0144'>0144: Other oilseeds</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01441'>01441: Linseed</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01442'>01442: Mustard seed</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01443'>01443: Rape or colza seed</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01444'>01444: Sesame seed</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01445'>01445: Sunflower seed</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01446'>01446: Safflower seed</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01447'>01447: Castor oil seeds</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01448'>01448: Poppy seed</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01449'>01449: Other oilseeds, n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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