Castor oil seeds
CPC v2.1 Code: 01447
About castor oil seeds
cpc code 01447 covers the production and trade of castor oil seeds, a versatile agricultural commodity with a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. Castor oil seeds are an important crop, particularly in regions with suitable climatic conditions for their cultivation. The global castor oil seeds industry plays a significant role in the broader agricultural and chemical sectors, contributing to the supply of raw materials for various industries.
Production process
Castor oil seeds are typically produced through traditional farming methods. The seeds are planted, and the plants are cultivated, with careful attention paid to factors such as soil quality, irrigation, and pest management. Once the seeds have matured, they are harvested, cleaned, and processed to extract the valuable castor oil.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the castor oil seeds industry include arable land, suitable climate conditions, agricultural equipment, and labor. Additionally, farmers may utilize fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs to optimize the yield and quality of the castor oil seeds.
Production outputs
The primary output of the castor oil seeds industry is, of course, the castor oil seeds themselves. These seeds are then processed and refined to produce castor oil, which is used in a wide range of applications, including the production of 20141 lubricants, 20142 paints and coatings, and 20149 other chemical products.
Family tree for castor oil seeds
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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/v2-1/01447'>01447: Castor oil seeds</a>"]
D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01441'>01441: Linseed</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01442'>01442: Mustard seed</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01443'>01443: Rape or colza seed</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01444'>01444: Sesame seed</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01445'>01445: Sunflower seed</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01446'>01446: Safflower seed</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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