Rock lobster and other sea crawfish, frozen, dried, salted or in brine

CPC v2.1 Code: 21252

About rock lobster and other sea crawfish, frozen, dried, salted or in brine

cpc code 21252 covers the import and export of rock lobster and other sea crawfish, a highly valuable and sought-after seafood product. This industry plays a significant role in the global food supply chain, providing a source of nutrition and economic opportunity for many coastal communities around the world. As a key component of the broader 21000 Fishing, aquaculture and related service activities sector, the trade in rock lobster and sea crawfish contributes to the overall health and vibrancy of the international seafood market.

Production process

Rock lobster and sea crawfish are typically harvested using specialized traps or nets, often deployed from small fishing vessels. After capture, the seafood is carefully handled and processed, which may involve freezing, drying, salting, or brining to preserve the product for transport and storage. Advanced processing techniques, such as flash-freezing, help to maintain the quality and freshness of the seafood during the export process.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for this industry include the natural resources of the ocean, where rock lobster and sea crawfish are found, as well as the specialized equipment and vessels used for their capture. Additionally, the industry relies on infrastructure for processing, packaging, and transportation, such as processing facilities, cold storage, and logistics networks.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is the frozen, dried, salted, or brined rock lobster and sea crawfish, which are then exported to various global markets. These products may be consumed directly as a luxury seafood item or used as an ingredient in a wide range of culinary applications. The outputs of this industry may be further processed or incorporated into the production of other 21000 Fishing, aquaculture and related service activities products, such as 21230 Crustaceans, frozen or 21240 Molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, frozen, dried, salted or in brine.

Family tree for rock lobster and other sea crawfish, frozen, dried, salted or in brine

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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/v2-1/2125'>2125: Crustaceans, frozen, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21252'>21252: Rock lobster and other sea crawfish, frozen, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21251'>21251: Crabs, frozen, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21253'>21253: Lobsters, frozen, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21254'>21254: Norway lobsters, frozen, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21255'>21255: Cold-water shrimps and prawns, frozen, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21256'>21256: Other shrimps and prawns, frozen, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21259'>21259: Other crustaceans, frozen, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]

    

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