Groats, meal and pellets of wheat and other cereals

CPC v2.1 Code: 2313

About groats, meal and pellets of wheat and other cereals

cpc code 2313 covers the production of groats, meal, and pellets from wheat and other cereal grains. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader food and agricultural sector, providing essential ingredients for a wide range of food products. The processing of cereal grains into these intermediate products is a fundamental step in the supply chain, enabling the further transformation of these raw materials into finished consumer goods.

Production process

The production of groats, meal, and pellets from wheat and other cereals typically involves a series of mechanical processing steps. This includes cleaning, drying, and dehulling the raw grains, followed by grinding or milling to produce the desired particle size and texture. Depending on the final product, the grains may also be extruded or pelleted to create the required shape and density.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of groats, meal, and pellets from wheat and other cereals include the raw cereal grains, such as 1011 Wheat, 1012 Rye, 1013 Barley, and 1014 Oats. Additionally, the industry relies on various processing equipment, such as mills, extruders, and pelletizers, as well as energy sources and packaging materials to prepare the final products for distribution.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the groats, meal, and pellets produced from the processed cereal grains. These intermediate products are then consumed by a range of other industries, including 1061 Grain mill products, 1081 Breakfast cereals, and 2045 Prepared animal feeds.

Family tree for groats, meal and pellets of wheat and other cereals

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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/v2-1/23'>23: Grain mill products, starches and starch products; other food products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/231'>231: Grain mill products</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2313'>2313: Groats, meal and pellets of wheat and other cereals</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2311'>2311: Wheat and meslin flour</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2312'>2312: Other cereal flours</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2314'>2314: Other cereal grain products (including corn flakes)</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2316'>2316: Rice, semi- or wholly milled, or husked</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2317'>2317: Other vegetable flours and meals</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2318'>2318: Mixes and doughs for the preparation of bakers' wares</a>"]

    D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/23130'>23130: Groats, meal and pellets of wheat and other cereals</a>"]


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