Sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil
CPC v2.1 Code: 2163
About sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil
cpc code 2163 covers the production of sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil, which are important vegetable oils used in a wide range of applications. These oils are extracted from the seeds of sunflower and safflower plants, and are valued for their nutritional properties, versatility, and growing global demand. The sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil industry plays a significant role in the broader agricultural and food processing sectors, contributing to the supply of essential oils and fats consumed worldwide.
Production process
The production of sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil involves several key steps. First, the seeds are harvested and cleaned to remove any impurities. They are then crushed or pressed to extract the crude oil. The crude oil undergoes refining, which may include processes such as degumming, neutralization, bleaching, and deodorization, to improve its quality and purity. The refined oil is then packaged and distributed for various end-uses.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil industry include the raw sunflower and safflower seeds, which are the primary agricultural inputs. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment for seed processing, oil extraction, and refining. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also necessary for powering the production facilities.
Production outputs
The primary output of the sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil industry is the refined vegetable oils, which are used in a variety of applications. These oils are commonly used in food products, such as cooking oils, salad dressings, and margarine. They are also used in the production of 2062 Soap and other detergents, 2064 Perfumes and toilet preparations, and 2099 Other chemical products n.e.c..
Family tree for sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil
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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/216'>216: Vegetable oils</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2163'>2163: Sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil</a>"]
C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2161'>2161: Soya bean oil</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2162'>2162: Groundnut oil</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2164'>2164: Rape, colza and mustard oil</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2165'>2165: Palm oil</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2166'>2166: Coconut oil</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2167'>2167: Olive oil</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2168'>2168: Cottonseed oil</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2169'>2169: Other vegetable oils, n.e.c.</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21631'>21631: Sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil, crude</a>"]
D --> N["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21632'>21632: Sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil, refined</a>"]
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