Packaging services

CPC v2.1 Code: 8540

About packaging services

cpc code 8540 covers the packaging services industry, which plays a crucial role in the broader economy. This industry is responsible for the packaging and labeling of a wide range of products, ensuring their safe and efficient transportation, storage, and delivery to consumers. Packaging services are essential for industries such as 4200 Food and Beverage, 3300 Manufacturing, and 4600 Retail, among others, as they help to protect and preserve the integrity of the products being transported.

Production process

The main production techniques used in the packaging services industry involve the use of various materials, machinery, and processes to create customized packaging solutions. This can include the use of cardboard, plastic, glass, or metal containers, as well as the application of labels, seals, and other protective elements. Automated packaging equipment, such as filling, sealing, and labeling machines, are often employed to ensure efficiency and consistency in the packaging process.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the packaging services industry include raw materials such as cardboard, plastic, glass, and metal, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for the packaging process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including packaging designers, technicians, and logistics professionals, to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the packaging services.

Production outputs

The primary output of the packaging services industry is the finished, packaged products that are then distributed to various industries and consumers. The packaging services industry supports the output of a wide range of other industries, including 4200 Food and Beverage, 3300 Manufacturing, and 4600 Retail, by providing the necessary packaging solutions to protect and transport their products.

Family tree for packaging services

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/854'>854: Packaging services</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8540'>8540: Packaging services</a>"]

    
    D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/85400'>85400: Packaging services</a>"]


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