Edible fish meal

CPC v2.1 Code: 21233

About edible fish meal

cpc code 21233 covers the production of edible fish meal, a highly valuable commodity in the global food and agriculture industry. Fish meal is a protein-rich powder derived from the processing of small, bony fish or fish offcuts. It is a crucial ingredient in animal feed, particularly for livestock and aquaculture, as well as a nutritional supplement for human consumption. The edible fish meal industry plays a significant role in supporting food security and the broader agricultural economy worldwide.

Production process

The production of edible fish meal typically involves several key steps. First, the raw fish material is cooked to remove excess moisture and oil. The cooked fish is then pressed to extract the remaining oil, leaving behind a protein-rich solid. This solid material is then dried, ground, and sifted to produce the final edible fish meal powder. The specific techniques and equipment used can vary depending on the scale of production and the type of fish being processed.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the edible fish meal industry include the raw fish material, which can come from a variety of small, bony fish species or fish processing byproducts. Additionally, the industry relies on machinery and equipment for cooking, pressing, drying, and grinding the fish material. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also necessary for powering the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the edible fish meal industry is the fish meal powder itself, which is then used as a high-protein ingredient in animal feed, particularly for 01471 Aquaculture, 01420 Livestock farming, and 10920 Pet food. The industry may also produce fish oil as a byproduct, which can be used in various applications, including 20142 Manufacture of other organic basic chemicals.

Family tree for edible fish meal

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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/v2-1/212'>212: Prepared and preserved fish, crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2123'>2123: Fish, dried, whether or not salted, or in brine; smoked incl. fillets; edible fish meal</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21233'>21233: Edible fish meal</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21231'>21231: Fish, dried, but not smoked; salted, but not dried or smoked; or in brine</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21232'>21232: Fish including fillets, smoked</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21234'>21234: Edible fish offal ; fish fins, heads, tails, maws and other edible fish offal</a>"]

    

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