Eggs, in shell, preserved or cooked

cpc code 2230 covers the industry of producing and processing eggs in shell, whether preserved or cooked. This is a vital sector within the broader food production and processing industry, providing a crucial source of protein, nutrients, and other essential dietary components. Eggs are a staple ingredient in many cuisines around the world and are widely consumed by households and commercial food producers alike.

The production of eggs covered under cpc code 2230 typically involves the farming and husbandry of egg-laying poultry, such as chickens, ducks, and quails. The eggs are then collected, cleaned, and either preserved through methods like refrigeration, pickling, or drying, or cooked through boiling, frying, or other techniques. Specialized equipment and facilities are used to ensure the eggs are handled and processed in a safe and hygienic manner.

The main inputs required for the industry described by cpc code 2230 include live egg-laying poultry, feed and other agricultural inputs for the poultry, as well as various preservatives, packaging materials, and processing equipment. Farms, hatcheries, and specialized egg processing facilities are the primary sites of production, relying on a range of machinery and technologies to efficiently collect, sort, and prepare the eggs for distribution.

The primary output of the industry covered by cpc code 2230 is eggs in shell, either preserved or cooked. These eggs can be sold directly to consumers or used as inputs by other food manufacturers, such as 2240 Eggs, not in shell, and egg yolks, fresh, dried, cooked, frozen or otherwise preserved, sweetened or not, 2320 Prepared meals and dishes, and 2350 Prepared animal feeds.