Starch; manioc (cassava)

HS code 110814 covers the classification of manioc (cassava) starch, a vital agricultural commodity with a wide range of industrial applications. Cassava is a staple food crop in many parts of the world, particularly in developing countries, and its starch is an important raw material for various industries, including food processing, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. The global trade in cassava starch plays a significant role in the international agricultural economy.

The production of manioc (cassava) starch typically involves several key steps. First, the cassava roots are harvested, washed, and peeled. The roots are then grated or crushed to extract the starch-rich liquid, which is then filtered and allowed to settle. The starch is then dried, either through natural sun-drying or using mechanical drying methods, and finally, the dried starch is milled and packaged for distribution.

The main inputs required for the production of manioc (cassava) starch include the cassava roots, which serve as the primary raw material. Additionally, the production process requires access to water for washing and extraction, as well as energy sources for drying and milling. Specialized machinery, such as graters, filters, and dryers, are also essential for the efficient processing of the cassava roots into the final starch product.

The primary output of HS code 110814 is manioc (cassava) starch, which has a wide range of applications. The starch can be used in the food industry as a thickening agent, in the textile industry for sizing and finishing, and in the pharmaceutical industry as an excipient. Other related HS codes that may consume the output of 110814 (Starch; manioc (cassava)) include 190190 Preparations for infant use, for retail sale, 300490 Medicaments, put up for retail sale, and 520511 Cotton yarn, single, of uncombed fibers, 85% or more cotton, not exceeding 14 metric number, among others.