Snails, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine, except sea snails

cpc code 02920 covers the import and export of snails, excluding sea snails, in various forms such as fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine. This industry plays a significant role in the global food supply chain, catering to the culinary preferences of diverse cultures and cuisines. Snails are a delicacy in many regions, and the trade of these products contributes to the overall economic activity in the agriculture and food processing sectors.

The production of snails for commercial purposes involves several key steps. Snail farmers typically raise snails in controlled environments, such as specialized farms or enclosures, where they can closely monitor the breeding, feeding, and harvesting processes. The snails are then processed, which may include cleaning, grading, and packaging, before being distributed to various markets and consumers.

The main inputs required for the snail industry include the breeding stock, feed, and specialized equipment for housing and processing the snails. Farmers may also require land, water, and energy resources to maintain the optimal growing conditions. Additionally, the industry relies on transportation and logistics infrastructure to facilitate the movement of snails from production sites to distribution hubs and end-markets.

The primary output of cpc code 02920 is the supply of snails in various forms, such as fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine. These snail products are then consumed by a range of industries, including 01230 Raising of other animals, 10200 Processing and preserving of fish, crustaceans and molluscs, and 56100 Restaurants and mobile food service activities.