Machinery for the food, beverage and tobacco industries

CPC v2.1 Code: 4451

About machinery for the food, beverage and tobacco industries

cpc code 4451 covers the machinery and equipment used in the production, processing, and packaging of food, beverages, and tobacco products. This industry plays a vital role in the global economy, as it supports the manufacturing of essential consumer goods that are in high demand worldwide. The machinery and equipment produced under this code are crucial for ensuring the efficient, safe, and consistent production of a wide range of food, beverage, and tobacco items, from packaged snacks and canned goods to bottled drinks and tobacco products.

Production process

The production of machinery for the food, beverage, and tobacco industries typically involves the fabrication of various metal and plastic components, the assembly of these components into complete machines, and the integration of specialized control systems and automation technologies. Manufacturers may utilize advanced manufacturing techniques, such as computer-aided design (CAD), computer numerical control (CNC) machining, and robotic assembly, to ensure the precision, quality, and efficiency of their products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of machinery under cpc code 4451 include a variety of metals (such as steel, aluminum, and stainless steel), plastics, electronic components, and specialized software and control systems. Manufacturers may also rely on a skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and assembly workers, to design, build, and test the machinery. Additionally, the industry may require access to reliable energy sources, transportation networks, and other supporting infrastructure to facilitate the production and distribution of their products.

Production outputs

The machinery produced under cpc code 4451 is primarily used in the manufacturing of food, beverage, and tobacco products, which are then distributed and consumed by 4521 Wholesale trade services of food, beverages and tobacco and 4522 Retail trade services of food, beverages and tobacco. The machinery may include processing equipment, packaging machines, bottling lines, and specialized tools and equipment used in the production of a wide range of consumer goods, from packaged snacks and canned goods to bottled drinks and tobacco products.

Family tree for machinery for the food, beverage and tobacco industries

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44'>44: Special-purpose machinery</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/445'>445: Machinery for food, beverage and tobacco processing, and parts thereof</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4451'>4451: Machinery for the food, beverage and tobacco industries</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4452'>4452: Parts for the goods of class 4451</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44511'>44511: Cream separators</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44513'>44513: Machinery used in the milling industry or for the working of cereals or dried leguminous vegetables other than farm-type machinery</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44515'>44515: Bakery ovens, non-electric; machinery for making hot drinks or for cooking or heating food, except domestic type machines</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44516'>44516: Machinery n.e.c. for the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink (including fats or oils)</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44517'>44517: Machinery n.e.c. for processing tobacco</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44518'>44518: Dryers for agricultural products</a>"]


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