Cuttle fish and squid, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine

CPC v2.1 Code: 21266

About cuttle fish and squid, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine

cpc code 21266 covers the import and export of cuttle fish and squid, which are important seafood products traded globally. This industry plays a significant role in the international food supply chain, providing a valuable source of protein and other nutrients. The trade of these products is essential for meeting the growing demand for seafood worldwide and supporting the livelihoods of fishing communities across the globe.

Production process

Cuttle fish and squid are typically harvested using a variety of fishing methods, such as trawling, jigging, and trapping. After being caught, the seafood is often processed through freezing, smoking, drying, salting, or brining to preserve its quality and extend its shelf life. These processing techniques help to maintain the freshness and flavor of the seafood while also making it easier to transport and store.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of cuttle fish and squid under cpc code 21266 include fishing vessels, fishing gear, and processing equipment such as freezers, smokers, and drying facilities. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce of fishermen, processors, and logistics personnel to ensure the efficient and sustainable harvesting, processing, and distribution of these seafood products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by cpc code 21266 are frozen, smoked, dried, salted, or brined cuttle fish and squid. These products are then consumed by a variety of other industries, including 21269 Crustaceans, frozen, salted or in brine, 21271 Fish, dried, salted or in brine; smoked fish, and the broader food and beverage industry.

Family tree for cuttle fish and squid, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2'>2: Food products, beverages and tobacco; textiles, apparel and leather products</a>"]
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/v2-1/2126'>2126: Molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21266'>21266: Cuttle fish and squid, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21261'>21261: Abalone, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21262'>21262: Oysters, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21263'>21263: Mussels, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21264'>21264: Scallops, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21265'>21265: Clams, cockles and ark shells, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21267'>21267: Octopus, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21268'>21268: Other molluscs, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21269'>21269: Other aquatic invertebrates, frozen, smoked, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]

    

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