Potatoes, otherwise prepared or preserved

CPC v2.1 Code: 21394

About potatoes, otherwise prepared or preserved

cpc code 21394 covers the industry of preparing and preserving potatoes in various ways, excluding the production of frozen, dried, or dehydrated potatoes. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader food processing sector, providing a wide range of potato-based products to consumers and other industries. Potatoes are a staple food item globally, and the ability to prepare and preserve them extends their shelf life and versatility, making them an important part of the overall food supply chain.

Production process

The main production techniques used in this industry involve various methods of processing raw potatoes. This can include boiling, frying, canning, pickling, or otherwise preparing the potatoes to create a diverse range of products. The specific techniques used will depend on the desired final product, but often involve peeling, cutting, cooking, and packaging the potatoes to extend their shelf life and alter their texture and flavor.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for this industry include raw potatoes, which serve as the primary ingredient. Other significant inputs may include cooking oils, vinegar, spices, and various preservatives or additives used to enhance the final product. Specialized equipment such as fryers, canners, and packaging machinery are also essential for the production process.

Production outputs

The main outputs of this industry are the various prepared and preserved potato products, which can include canned, jarred, or packaged potatoes, potato chips, and other potato-based snacks and side dishes. These outputs are then consumed by 20411 Frozen fruit, juice, and vegetable manufacturing, 20421 Canned fruit and vegetable manufacturing, and 20519 Other snack food manufacturing industries, as well as by individual consumers.

Family tree for potatoes, otherwise prepared or preserved

    graph LR
    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/v2-1/213'>213: Prepared and preserved vegetables, pulses and potatoes</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2139'>2139: Other prepared and preserved vegetables, pulses and potatoes</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21394'>21394: Potatoes, otherwise prepared or preserved</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21391'>21391: Prepared dishes and meals based on vegetables, pulses and potatoes</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21392'>21392: Flour, meal, powder, flakes, granules and pellets of potatoes</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21393'>21393: Dried potatoes and other dried vegetables</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21395'>21395: Beans, otherwise prepared or preserved, not frozen</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21396'>21396: Peas, otherwise prepared or preserved, not frozen</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21397'>21397: Mushrooms and truffles, otherwise prepared or preserved</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21399'>21399: Other vegetables and pulses, preserved other than by vinegar, acetic acid or sugar, n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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