Fish processing services

CPC v2.1 Code: 8812

About fish processing services

cpc code 8812 covers the industry of fish processing services, which plays a vital role in the global food supply chain. This industry is responsible for transforming raw fish and seafood into a wide range of consumer-ready products, catering to the growing demand for convenient and nutritious seafood options worldwide. As a key component of the broader food processing sector, the fish processing services industry contributes significantly to the economy, providing employment and supporting the livelihoods of fishing communities.

Production process

The main production techniques used in the fish processing services industry include cleaning, filleting, freezing, canning, and packaging. These processes are designed to preserve the freshness, quality, and safety of the seafood products while making them more accessible and appealing to consumers. Advanced technologies, such as automated filleting machines and flash-freezing systems, have been increasingly adopted to improve efficiency and consistency in the production process.

Production inputs

The fish processing services industry relies on a steady supply of raw materials, primarily consisting of various species of fish and seafood. These inputs are sourced from commercial fishing operations, aquaculture facilities, and other suppliers. In addition to the raw seafood, the industry also requires specialized equipment, such as processing machinery, packaging materials, and refrigeration systems, as well as a skilled workforce to operate the production facilities.

Production outputs

The fish processing services industry produces a diverse range of seafood products, including 0311 Fish, live, fresh or chilled, 0312 Fish, frozen, 0313 Fish, dried, salted or in brine; smoked fish, 1075 Prepared meals and dishes, and 1020 Processed and preserved fish, crustaceans and molluscs. These outputs are then distributed to various sectors, such as 4711 Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating, 4722 Retail sale of meat and meat products, and 5610 Restaurants and mobile food service activities.

Family tree for fish processing services

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8'>8: Business and production services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88'>88: Manufacturing services on physical inputs owned by others</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/881'>881: Food, beverage and tobacco manufacturing services</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8812'>8812: Fish processing services</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8811'>8811: Meat processing services</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8813'>8813: Fruit and vegetables processing services</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8814'>8814: Vegetable and animal oil and fat manufacturing services</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8815'>8815: Dairy product manufacturing services</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8816'>8816: Other food product manufacturing services</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8817'>8817: Prepared animal feeds manufacturing services</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8818'>8818: Beverage manufacturing services</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8819'>8819: Tobacco manufacturing services</a>"]

    D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88120'>88120: Fish processing services</a>"]


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