Offal, edible; of swine, livers, frozen

HS v2017 Code: 020641

About offal, edible; of swine, livers, frozen

HS code 020641 covers the import and export of frozen edible swine livers, a significant component of the global offal trade. Offal, the internal organs and entrails of animals, has long been an important part of the meat processing industry, providing valuable sources of protein, vitamins, and minerals. The trade in swine livers, in particular, is a crucial aspect of the broader pork industry, with demand driven by culinary traditions and the versatility of this byproduct in various food applications.

Production process

The production of frozen swine livers typically involves the slaughter of pigs, the removal and cleaning of the livers, and the quick-freezing of the organs to preserve their freshness and nutritional content. Advanced refrigeration and packaging techniques are employed to ensure the livers maintain their quality during storage and transportation.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of 020641 Offal, edible; of swine, livers, frozen include live swine, specialized slaughtering and processing equipment, and energy sources to power the freezing and storage facilities. Additionally, labor, transportation, and logistics services are essential to the efficient movement of the livers from the production sites to the global marketplace.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 020641 is frozen swine livers, which are consumed by a variety of industries and end-users. These livers may be further processed and incorporated into various food products, such as pâtés, sausages, and other meat-based dishes. They are also used in the production of 160220 Liver preparations, another HS code that covers the trade of prepared or preserved liver products.

Revisions to 020641

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 020641. The most recent 1 version of this code (020641) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 020641 ( HS v2017).

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Family tree for offal, edible; of swine, livers, frozen

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/02'>02: Meat and edible meat offal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0206'>0206: Edible offal of bovine animals, swine, sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies; fresh, chilled or frozen</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020641'>020641: Offal, edible; of swine, livers, frozen</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020610'>020610: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020621'>020621: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, tongues, frozen</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020622'>020622: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, livers, frozen</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020629'>020629: Offal, edible; of bovine animals, (other than tongues and livers), frozen</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020630'>020630: Offal, edible; of swine, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020649'>020649: Offal, edible; of swine, (other than livers), frozen</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020680'>020680: Offal, edible; of sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/020690'>020690: Offal, edible; of sheep, goats, horses, asses, mules or hinnies, frozen</a>"]

    

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