Molasses

CPC v2.1 Code: 23540

About molasses

cpc code 23540 covers the production and processing of molasses, a thick, dark syrup that is a byproduct of refining sugarcane or sugar beets into sugar. Molasses is a versatile ingredient with a wide range of applications in the food, beverage, and animal feed industries, making it an important commodity in the global agricultural economy.

Production process

Molasses is produced by boiling and concentrating the sugarcane or sugar beet juice that remains after the sugar crystals have been removed. The juice is repeatedly boiled and the sugar crystals are removed, leaving behind the thick, syrupy molasses. The specific production techniques can vary depending on the type of molasses being produced, such as light, dark, or blackstrap molasses.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the molasses industry are sugarcane or sugar beets, which are the raw materials used to produce the juice that is then boiled down into molasses. Additionally, the industry requires various types of processing equipment, such as evaporators, centrifuges, and storage tanks, as well as energy sources like steam or electricity to power the production process.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the molasses industry are the different grades and types of molasses, which can be used in a variety of applications. Molasses is commonly used as a sweetener and flavoring agent in food and beverage products, as well as an ingredient in animal feed. It may also be used in the production of 23550 Syrups and Flavorings, 32519 Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing, and 32518 Flavoring Syrup and Concentrate Manufacturing.

Family tree for molasses

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