Cuttle fish and squid, live, fresh or chilled

CPC v2.1 Code: 0446

About cuttle fish and squid, live, fresh or chilled

cpc code 0446 covers the import and export of live, fresh, or chilled cuttle fish and squid. This industry plays a significant role in the global seafood trade, providing a valuable source of protein and culinary ingredients. As a highly versatile and widely consumed marine product, cuttle fish and squid are in high demand across various food and industrial sectors, contributing to the overall health of the international trade ecosystem.

Production process

Cuttle fish and squid are typically harvested using a variety of fishing methods, including trawling, jigging, and trapping. The catch is then carefully handled and stored to maintain freshness and quality. Depending on the intended market, the seafood may be shipped live, chilled, or frozen to ensure optimal condition upon arrival.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for this industry include fishing vessels, specialized equipment for catching and handling the seafood, and transportation infrastructure for efficient distribution. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce of fishermen, processors, and logistics professionals to ensure a steady supply of high-quality cuttle fish and squid to global markets.

Production outputs

The main outputs of this industry are live, fresh, or chilled cuttle fish and squid, which are consumed by a wide range of industries, including 0452 Crustaceans, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine, 0453 Molluscs, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine, and the broader food processing and hospitality sectors. These marine products are used in a variety of culinary applications, as well as in the production of certain industrial and pharmaceutical products.

Family tree for cuttle fish and squid, live, fresh or chilled

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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/v2-1/04'>04: Fish and other fishing products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/044'>044: Molluscs live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0446'>0446: Cuttle fish and squid, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0441'>0441: Abalone, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0442'>0442: Oysters, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0443'>0443: Mussels, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0444'>0444: Scallops, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0445'>0445: Clams, cockles and ark shells, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0447'>0447: Octopus, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0449'>0449: Other molluscs, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]

    D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/04461'>04461: Wild cuttle fish and squid, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/04462'>04462: Farmed cuttle fish and squid, live, fresh or chilled</a>"]


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