Grain mill product manufacturing services
CPC v2.1 Code: 88161
About grain mill product manufacturing services
cpc code 88161 covers the manufacturing services for a wide range of grain mill products, including flour, meal, cereal, and other milled grain-based goods. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader food and beverage supply chain, transforming raw agricultural commodities into essential ingredients used across numerous industries. Grain mill product manufacturing is a key component of the agribusiness sector, contributing to the economic viability of farming communities and supporting the production of staple foods consumed globally.
Production process
The primary production techniques used in grain mill product manufacturing involve a series of mechanical processes to clean, grind, and refine grains such as wheat, corn, rice, and oats. This typically includes initial cleaning and sorting, followed by milling or grinding the grains into fine powders or flakes. Depending on the specific product, additional steps like sifting, blending, and packaging may be employed to ensure consistent quality and meet customer specifications.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for grain mill product manufacturing include the raw agricultural commodities (e.g., 01110 Wheat, 01112 Corn, 01113 Rice), as well as specialized milling equipment, silos for storage, and packaging materials. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also essential to power the various stages of the production process. Skilled labor, including millwrights, machine operators, and quality control personnel, is necessary to oversee the efficient and safe operation of the manufacturing facilities.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the grain mill product manufacturing industry are a diverse range of milled grain-based goods, including 31181 Flour and grain mill products, 31182 Starch and vegetable fats and oils, and 31183 Breakfast cereal manufacturing. These products are then consumed by a wide range of downstream industries, such as bakeries, food manufacturers, and animal feed producers, who incorporate them into their own products and processes.
Family tree for grain mill product manufacturing services
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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/881'>881: Food, beverage and tobacco manufacturing services</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8816'>8816: Other food product manufacturing services</a>"]
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D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88162'>88162: Starch and starch product manufacturing services</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88163'>88163: Bakery product manufacturing services</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88164'>88164: Sugar manufacturing services</a>"]
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D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88169'>88169: Other food product manufacturing services n.e.c.</a>"]
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