Non-wood forest products

CPC v2.1 Code: 032

About non-wood forest products

cpc code 032 covers the industry of non-wood forest products, which encompasses a wide range of materials and resources harvested from forests and woodlands, excluding traditional timber and lumber. These non-wood products play a vital role in the global economy, providing essential raw materials, supporting rural livelihoods, and contributing to the sustainable management of forest ecosystems.

Production process

The production of non-wood forest products involves a variety of techniques, depending on the specific item being harvested. Common methods include selective gathering, sustainable harvesting, and small-scale processing. Many non-wood products are collected by hand or with basic tools, ensuring minimal impact on the surrounding environment.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the non-wood forest products industry are the natural resources found within forested areas. This includes a diverse array of plant materials, such as fruits, nuts, herbs, mushrooms, and other edible or medicinal items. Additionally, the industry may utilize various types of equipment and machinery for the collection, processing, and transportation of these products.

Production outputs

The non-wood forest products industry generates a wide range of outputs, including food, medicine, fibers, and other materials. These products may be consumed directly or used as inputs for other industries, such as 311 Food Manufacturing, 325 Chemical Manufacturing, and 313 Textile Mills. The industry's outputs contribute to the overall sustainability and diversification of the forest-based economy.

Family tree for non-wood forest products

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0'>0: Agriculture, forestry and fishery products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/03'>03: Forestry and logging products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/032'>032: Non-wood forest products</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/031'>031: Wood in the rough</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0321'>0321: Natural gums and resins, gums-resins and oleoresins</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0322'>0322: Natural cork, raw or simply prepared</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0323'>0323: Other wild edible products</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0324'>0324: Parts of plants, without flowers or flower buds, and grasses, mosses and lichens, suitable for ornamental purposes</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0325'>0325: Vegetable materials of a kind used primarily for plaiting or as stuffing or padding; raw vegetable materials of a kind used primarily for dyeing or tanning; vegetable products n.e.c.</a>"]


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