Cheese, fresh or processed

CPC v2.1 Code: 2225

About cheese, fresh or processed

cpc code 2225 covers the production and processing of cheese, a dairy product that has been a staple in the human diet for thousands of years. Cheese is a versatile and nutritious food that plays a significant role in the global food industry, with applications ranging from culinary dishes to snacks and specialty products. The cheese industry is an important component of the broader agricultural and food processing sectors, contributing to economic activity and employment in many countries around the world.

Production process

The production of cheese typically involves several key steps. First, milk, often from cows, goats, or sheep, is curdled using rennet or other coagulating agents. The curds are then separated from the whey, cut, and heated to facilitate further separation. The curds are then salted, pressed, and aged to develop the desired flavor and texture characteristics. Depending on the type of cheese, additional steps such as mold inoculation, brining, or smoking may be employed to create unique varieties.

Production inputs

The primary input for the cheese industry is high-quality milk, which can be sourced from a variety of livestock. Other important inputs include rennet, cultures, salt, and specialized equipment such as vats, presses, and aging facilities. Cheese producers may also require packaging materials, such as wax, foil, or plastic, to protect and preserve the final product. The industry relies on a skilled workforce, including cheesemakers, technicians, and quality control personnel, to ensure consistent and high-quality production.

Production outputs

The primary output of the cheese industry is, of course, cheese in its many forms, including 2225 Cheese, fresh or processed, 2226 Cheese, grated or powdered, and 2227 Cheese, processed. Cheese is a versatile ingredient used in a wide range of food products, including 2211 Dairy products, 2212 Ice cream and frozen desserts, and 2231 Bakery products.

Family tree for cheese, fresh or processed

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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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/222'>222: Other dairy products</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2225'>2225: Cheese, fresh or processed</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2221'>2221: Milk and cream in solid forms</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2222'>2222: Milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, other than in solid forms</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2223'>2223: Yoghurt and other fermented or acidified milk and cream</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2224'>2224: Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2226'>2226: Casein</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2227'>2227: Ice cream and other edible ice</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2229'>2229: Dairy products n.e.c.</a>"]

    D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/22251'>22251: Cheese from milk of cattle, fresh or processed</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/22252'>22252: Cheese from milk of buffalo, fresh or processed</a>"]
D --> N["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/22253'>22253: Cheese from milk of sheep, fresh or processed</a>"]
D --> O["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/22254'>22254: Cheese from milk of goats, fresh or processed</a>"]
D --> P["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/22259'>22259: Cheese, fresh or processed, n.e.c.</a>"]


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