Sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil, crude

cpc code 21631 covers the production and trade of crude sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oils. These oils are essential commodities in the global food and industrial sectors, with widespread applications ranging from cooking and frying to the manufacture of various products. As major agricultural exports, sunflower and safflower oils play a significant role in the international trade landscape and contribute to the broader economy.

The production of crude sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oils typically involves a series of mechanical and chemical processes. First, the seeds are harvested, cleaned, and prepared for oil extraction. The oils are then extracted from the seeds using methods such as mechanical pressing or solvent extraction. The crude oils undergo further refining, bleaching, and deodorizing to remove impurities and improve their quality and stability.

The primary inputs for the production of crude sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oils are the respective seeds, which are grown and harvested by agricultural producers. Additionally, the industry requires specialized machinery and equipment for seed processing, oil extraction, and refining. Energy sources, such as electricity or fossil fuels, are also necessary to power the production facilities.

The main outputs of cpc code 21631 are the crude sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oils. These oils are then further processed and refined for use in a variety of applications, including 21632 Sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil, refined, but not chemically modified, 21633 Sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil, refined and chemically modified, and 21634 Sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil, other. The refined oils are used in the food industry, as well as in the production of various industrial and consumer products.