Dairy products and egg products
CPC v2.1 Code: 22
About dairy products and egg products
cpc code 22 covers the dairy products and egg products industry, a vital sector within the broader food and beverage manufacturing landscape. This industry is responsible for transforming raw agricultural inputs like milk, cream, and eggs into a diverse range of consumer goods, from fresh dairy products to processed items like cheese, butter, and powdered milk. As a key supplier to the retail, food service, and industrial sectors, the dairy and egg products industry plays a crucial role in meeting the nutritional needs of populations worldwide.
Production process
The production of dairy and egg products involves a range of techniques, from basic pasteurization and packaging to more complex processes like fermentation, homogenization, and dehydration. Milk and cream are often separated, standardized, and then subjected to heat treatment to kill harmful bacteria and extend shelf life. Cheese production involves the coagulation and curdling of milk, followed by aging, while butter is made by churning cream to extract the fat content. Eggs may be processed into powdered, liquid, or frozen forms, with additional processing steps to ensure food safety and consistency.
Production inputs
The dairy and egg products industry relies on a variety of raw materials and resources. Chief among these are the agricultural inputs of milk, cream, and eggs, which are sourced from 01 Crop and animal production, hunting and related service activities and 03 Fishing and aquaculture operations. The industry also requires specialized equipment and machinery for processing, packaging, and storage, as well as energy, water, and various chemical additives to facilitate production.
Production outputs
The dairy and egg products industry generates a wide range of outputs, including fresh milk, yogurt, cheese, butter, powdered milk, and egg products. These outputs are then consumed by a diverse range of downstream industries, such as 10 Manufacture of food products, 11 Manufacture of beverages, and 56 Food and beverage service activities. The industry's products are essential for meeting the nutritional needs of consumers and serving as key ingredients in a variety of food and beverage items.
Family tree for dairy products and egg products
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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/v2-1/22'>22: Dairy products and egg products</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/21'>21: Meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, oils and fats</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/23'>23: Grain mill products, starches and starch products; other food products</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/24'>24: Beverages</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/25'>25: Tobacco products</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/26'>26: Yarn and thread; woven and tufted textile fabrics</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/27'>27: Textile articles other than apparel</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/28'>28: Knitted or crocheted fabrics; wearing apparel</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/29'>29: Leather and leather products; footwear</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/221'>221: Processed liquid milk, cream and whey</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/222'>222: Other dairy products</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/223'>223: Eggs, in shell, preserved or cooked</a>"]
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