Hen eggs in shell, fresh

CPC v2.1 Code: 0231

About hen eggs in shell, fresh

cpc code 0231 covers the production and trade of fresh hen eggs in shell. This is a vital industry that supplies a fundamental food product consumed globally. Eggs are a nutritious and versatile ingredient used in a wide range of food products and dishes. The hen egg industry plays an important role in the broader agricultural and food processing sectors, contributing to food security and economic activity worldwide.

Production process

The production of fresh hen eggs involves the rearing and management of laying hens. Hens are typically housed in specialized facilities, provided with a balanced diet, and given the appropriate environmental conditions to encourage egg laying. The eggs are collected, graded, and packaged for distribution to wholesalers, retailers, and other 1511 Food processing and preserving industries.

Production inputs

Key inputs for the hen egg industry include laying hens, feed (e.g. grains, proteins, vitamins), housing and equipment (e.g. nesting boxes, conveyor belts), and labor for managing the production process. Producers also require access to reliable transportation and distribution networks to deliver the fresh eggs to market.

Production outputs

The primary output of cpc code 0231 is fresh hen eggs in shell. These eggs are consumed directly by households or used as an ingredient in a variety of 1511 Food processing and preserving products, such as baked goods, sauces, and processed egg dishes. Eggs may also be further processed into other egg-based products, such as liquid eggs or powdered egg products, which fall under different cpc codes.

Family tree for hen eggs in shell, fresh

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/023'>023: Eggs of hens or other birds in shell, fresh</a>"]
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D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/02312'>02312: Other hen eggs in shell, fresh</a>"]


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