Sugar cane; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS v2017 Code: 121293

About sugar cane; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS code 121293 covers the trade of sugar cane, a vital agricultural commodity that plays a crucial role in the global food and beverage industry. Sugar cane is a tall, perennial grass that is primarily cultivated for its high sucrose content, which is extracted and refined into various forms of sugar. As a major source of sweetener, sugar cane is an essential ingredient in a wide range of food and drink products, making it a significant contributor to the overall economy.

Production process

The production of sugar cane involves several key steps. First, the cane is harvested, either manually or mechanically, and then transported to processing facilities. At the mill, the cane is crushed or shredded to extract the sugary juice, which is then clarified, evaporated, and crystallized to produce raw sugar. Depending on the desired end product, the raw sugar may undergo further refining processes to remove impurities and produce different grades of refined sugar.

Production inputs

The primary input for the sugar cane industry is, of course, the sugar cane itself. Cultivation of sugar cane requires fertile soil, adequate water supply, and suitable climatic conditions. Additionally, the industry relies on various agricultural machinery and equipment, such as harvesters, transportation vehicles, and processing equipment. Labor, both skilled and unskilled, is another crucial input for the industry, as the harvesting and processing of sugar cane often involve significant manual labor.

Production outputs

The main output of the sugar cane industry is refined sugar, which is then used as a sweetener in a wide range of food and beverage products. Other outputs may include molasses, a byproduct of the sugar refining process, which is used in the production of rum and other products. Additionally, the bagasse, the fibrous residue left after the extraction of sugar, can be used as a fuel source or as a raw material for the production of 470500 pulp and paper.

Revisions to 121293

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 121293. The most recent 1 version of this code (121293) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 121293 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for sugar cane; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/12'>12: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1212'>1212: Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet, sugar cane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones, kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots) used primarily for human consumption, n.e.c.</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/121293'>121293: Sugar cane; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/121221'>121221: Seaweeds and other algae; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/121229'>121229: Seaweeds and other algae; not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/121291'>121291: Sugar beet; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/121292'>121292: Locust beans (carob); fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/121294'>121294: Chicory roots (Chicorium intybus sativum); fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/121299'>121299: Vegetable products; fit for human consumption, n.e.c. in heading no. 1212, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]

    

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