Caviar and caviar substitutes

CPC v2.1 Code: 21243

About caviar and caviar substitutes

cpc code 21243 covers the production and trade of caviar and caviar substitutes. Caviar, the salted roe of sturgeon and other fish, is a highly prized delicacy with a long history of consumption, particularly in Eastern Europe and Asia. The global caviar industry plays a significant role in the food and luxury goods sectors, with demand driven by its unique flavor profile and association with exclusivity and fine dining.

Production process

The production of caviar involves the careful extraction, cleaning, and salting of fish roe. Sturgeon are the most common source, with the Caspian Sea region historically being a major producer. Other fish such as salmon, trout, and lumpfish are also used to create caviar substitutes. The roe is typically sorted by size, salted, and packaged to preserve its quality and flavor.

Production inputs

The caviar industry relies on a variety of inputs, including sturgeon and other fish species, saltwater, specialized equipment for roe extraction and processing, and skilled labor. Sturgeon farming has become increasingly important as wild sturgeon populations have declined due to overfishing and habitat loss. Caviar production also requires access to reliable transportation and distribution networks to deliver the perishable product to global markets.

Production outputs

The primary output of cpc code 21243 is caviar and caviar-based products. These are consumed as luxury food items, often served as appetizers or accompaniments to other dishes. The caviar industry also produces 21244 Processed fish, crustaceans and molluscs, which may be used as ingredients in a variety of food products. Additionally, caviar substitutes made from the roe of other fish species fall under this code.

Family tree for caviar and caviar substitutes

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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/v2-1/2124'>2124: Fish, otherwise prepared or preserved; caviar and caviar substitutes</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21243'>21243: Caviar and caviar substitutes</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21241'>21241: Prepared dishes and meals based on fish, molluscs and crustaceans</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21242'>21242: Fish, otherwise prepared or preserved</a>"]

    

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