Wine lees; argol

CPC v2.1 Code: 39170

About wine lees; argol

cpc code 39170 covers the industry of wine lees and argol production. Wine lees are the sediment that settles at the bottom of wine barrels or tanks during the winemaking process. Argol is a byproduct of wine production, consisting of potassium bitartrate crystals that form on the inside of wine barrels. Both wine lees and argol have important industrial applications, making this a significant sector within the broader food and beverage industry.

Production process

The production of wine lees and argol involves the separation and collection of these byproducts during the various stages of winemaking. After fermentation, the wine is racked or filtered, leaving behind the sediment of wine lees. Argol forms naturally on the inside of wine barrels as the wine ages. Both wine lees and argol are then further processed, dried, and prepared for sale to various industrial consumers.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the wine lees and argol industry are the byproducts generated during winemaking. This includes the sediment and deposits collected from wine tanks, barrels, and other equipment used in the production of wine. Additionally, the industry requires drying and processing equipment to prepare the wine lees and argol for commercial sale.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the wine lees and argol industry are the processed and refined products themselves. Wine lees and argol have a variety of industrial applications, including use as fertilizers, food additives, and in the production of 20120 Pharmaceutical preparations. The outputs of this industry may also be consumed by other related industries, such as 20110 Basic chemicals, 20130 Soap and detergents, cleaning and polishing preparations, and 20200 Paints, varnishes and similar coatings, printing ink and mastics.

Family tree for wine lees; argol

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/391'>391: Wastes from food and tobacco industry</a>"]
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