Flour, meal and powder; of sago or of roots or tubers of heading no. 0714

HS code 110620 covers the production of flour, meal, and powder derived from sago or the roots and tubers classified under heading 0714. This industry plays a crucial role in the global food supply chain, providing essential ingredients for a wide range of food products. The demand for these products is driven by their versatility, nutritional value, and widespread use in various cuisines and food manufacturing processes.

The production of flour, meal, and powder from sago or roots and tubers typically involves several key steps. First, the raw materials are harvested, cleaned, and prepared for processing. They are then dried, milled, and sifted to produce the desired particle size and consistency. Depending on the specific product, additional processing steps may be involved, such as sieving, blending, or packaging to ensure the final product meets quality and safety standards.

The main inputs required for this industry include the raw materials, such as sago, cassava, yams, and other roots and tubers classified under HS code 0714 Manioc, arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, sweet potatoes and similar roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not sliced or in the form of pellets; sago pith. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment for processing, packaging, and transportation. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, and labor are also essential inputs for this industry.

The primary outputs of this industry are the various forms of flour, meal, and powder derived from sago or roots and tubers. These products are widely used as ingredients in the food industry, particularly in the production of breads, pastries, snacks, and other processed food items. The outputs of this industry may also be used as inputs for other industries, such as 110810 (Starches; wheat), nc_link(110812)(Starches; maize (corn)), nc_link(110813)(Starches; potato), and nc_link(110814)(Starches; manioc (cassava)), which utilize these materials for the production of different types of starches.