Ethyl alcohol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages

CPC v2.1 Code: 241

About ethyl alcohol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages

cpc code 241 covers the production and distribution of ethyl alcohol, spirits, liqueurs, and other spirituous beverages. This industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing a wide range of alcoholic products for both domestic and international markets. As a highly regulated sector, the production and trade of these goods are subject to various legal and safety standards, ensuring the quality and responsible consumption of these products.

Production process

The production of ethyl alcohol and spirituous beverages typically involves a multi-step process. The key steps include fermentation, distillation, and aging. Fermentation is the process of converting sugars into alcohol using yeast, while distillation separates the alcohol from the fermented liquid. Aging, which can take months or even years, allows the flavors and aromas to develop, resulting in the distinct characteristics of various spirits and liqueurs.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ethyl alcohol and spirituous beverages include agricultural products such as grains, fruits, and sugarcane, as well as specialized equipment like stills, fermentation tanks, and oak barrels. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including distillers, blenders, and quality control personnel, to ensure the consistent production of high-quality products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of cpc code 241 are various types of alcoholic beverages, including 2421 Distilled, potable, alcoholic beverages, 2422 Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines, and 2423 Beer made from malt. These products are then distributed and consumed by a wide range of industries, including the 561 Restaurants and mobile food service activities, 563 Beverage serving activities, and the 4711 Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating sectors.

Family tree for ethyl alcohol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages

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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/v2-1/24'>24: Beverages</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/241'>241: Ethyl alcohol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/242'>242: Wines</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/243'>243: Malt liquors and malt</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/244'>244: Soft drinks; bottled mineral waters</a>"]

    C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2411'>2411: Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol or higher</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2413'>2413: Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages</a>"]


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