Other animal fats, rendered

CPC v2.1 Code: 21529

About other animal fats, rendered

cpc code 21529, 'Other animal fats, rendered', encompasses the production and processing of various animal-derived fats that are not classified under other more specific codes. These fats play a crucial role in a wide range of industries, from food manufacturing to cosmetics and lubricants. As a key component in the broader animal processing sector, this industry contributes significantly to the global economy and supports the supply chains of numerous downstream industries.

Production process

The production of other animal fats, rendered, typically involves a rendering process where animal byproducts, such as fat trimmings and bones, are heated and processed to extract the desired fats. This process often includes steps like size reduction, cooking, pressing, and centrifugation to separate the fat from other components. The specific techniques may vary depending on the type of animal source and the desired quality and purity of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of other animal fats, rendered, include a variety of animal byproducts, such as 21110 Meat of bovine animals, fresh or chilled, 21120 Meat of bovine animals, frozen, 21210 Meat of swine, fresh, chilled or frozen, and 21310 Meat of sheep or goats, fresh, chilled or frozen. Additionally, the industry may rely on specialized equipment and machinery for the rendering and processing of these raw materials.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is the production of various animal fats, which can be used as inputs for a range of other industries. These fats may be further processed and refined for use in 21521 Lard; other pig fat and poultry fat, rendered, whether or not pressed or solvent-extracted, 21522 Fats of bovine animals, sheep or goats, raw or rendered, 21523 (Tallow (including premier jus)) and 21524 Fats and oils and their fractions, of fish or marine mammals, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.

Family tree for other animal fats, rendered

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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/v2-1/215'>215: Animal fats</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2152'>2152: Animal fats, rendered</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21529'>21529: Other animal fats, rendered</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21521'>21521: Pig fat, rendered</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21522'>21522: Poultry fat, rendered</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21523'>21523: Tallow</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21524'>21524: Fish-liver oils and their fractions</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21525'>21525: Fats and oils and their fractions, of fish, other than liver oils</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21526'>21526: Fats and oils and their fractions, of marine mammals</a>"]

    

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