Meat of horses and other equines, frozen

CPC v2.1 Code: 21138

About meat of horses and other equines, frozen

cpc code 21138 covers the import and export of frozen meat from horses and other equine animals. This industry plays a significant role in the global food supply chain, providing a source of protein and other essential nutrients. Equine meat is consumed in various regions around the world, and its trade is an important economic activity, contributing to the overall agricultural and food processing sectors.

Production process

The production of frozen equine meat involves several key steps. First, the animals are humanely slaughtered, and the carcasses are carefully inspected for quality and safety. The meat is then cut, trimmed, and packaged for freezing. The freezing process, often using blast freezers or cryogenic techniques, ensures the meat is preserved and can be transported and stored for extended periods without compromising its freshness and nutritional value.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of frozen equine meat include the live animals, specialized slaughtering and processing equipment, packaging materials, and energy sources for the freezing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, transportation infrastructure, and regulatory compliance to ensure the safety and quality of the final product.

Production outputs

The primary output of cpc code 21138 is frozen equine meat, which can be further processed or distributed to various end-users, such as 21139 Meat of horses and other equines, fresh or chilled, 21111 Bovine meat, fresh or chilled, and 21112 Bovine meat, frozen. The frozen equine meat may be used in a variety of culinary applications, including stews, grilled dishes, and specialty meat products.

Family tree for meat of horses and other equines, frozen

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21'>21: Meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, oils and fats</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/211'>211: Meat and meat products</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2113'>2113: Meat of mammals, frozen</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21138'>21138: Meat of horses and other equines, frozen</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21131'>21131: Meat of cattle, frozen</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21132'>21132: Meat of buffalo, frozen</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21133'>21133: Meat of pigs, frozen</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21134'>21134: Meat of rabbits and hares, frozen</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21135'>21135: Meat of sheep, frozen</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21136'>21136: Meat of goat, frozen</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21137'>21137: Meat of camels and camelids, frozen</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21139'>21139: Other meat of mammals, frozen</a>"]

    

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