Olive oil

CPC v2.1 Code: 2167

About olive oil

cpc code 2167 covers the production and processing of olive oil, a vital commodity in the global food and agricultural industry. Olive oil is a staple ingredient in many cuisines, particularly in Mediterranean regions, and is valued for its unique flavor, nutritional properties, and versatility in cooking. As a key export product for several countries, the olive oil industry plays a significant role in international trade and the broader economy.

Production process

The production of olive oil involves a series of carefully orchestrated steps. First, olives are harvested from olive trees, either manually or through mechanical means. The harvested olives are then transported to processing facilities, where they undergo cleaning, washing, and crushing to extract the oil. The crushed olives are then subjected to a process called malaxation, which involves gentle mixing to facilitate the release of the oil. Finally, the oil is separated from the solid olive matter through centrifugation or pressing, resulting in the final olive oil product.

Production inputs

The olive oil industry relies on several key inputs, including olive trees, which provide the raw material for production. Additionally, the industry requires specialized machinery and equipment for harvesting, processing, and refining the oil. Water is another essential input, used for cleaning and processing the olives. Labor, both skilled and unskilled, is also a crucial input, as the production process often involves manual tasks and oversight.

Production outputs

The primary output of the olive oil industry is, of course, olive oil itself. This product can be further classified into different grades, such as extra virgin, virgin, and refined olive oil, each with its own unique characteristics and applications. Olive oil is widely consumed in the food and culinary industries, and its outputs may be used in the production of 2169 Edible oils and fats, 2162 Dairy products, and 2161 Meat and meat products, among other related industries.

Family tree for olive oil

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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/v2-1/216'>216: Vegetable oils</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2167'>2167: Olive 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/v2-1/2163'>2163: Sunflower-seed and safflower-seed oil</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2164'>2164: Rape, colza and mustard oil</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2165'>2165: Palm oil</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2166'>2166: Coconut 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/v2-1/21671'>21671: Olive oil, crude</a>"]
D --> N["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21672'>21672: Olive oil, refined</a>"]
D --> O["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21673'>21673: Oil of olive residues</a>"]


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