Meat preparations; homogenised preparations of meat, meat offal or blood

HS v2017 Code: 160210

About meat preparations; homogenised preparations of meat, meat offal or blood

HS code 160210 covers a range of meat-based preparations, including homogenized products made from meat, meat offal, or blood. This industry plays a crucial role in the global food supply chain, providing convenient and shelf-stable meat products to consumers and food manufacturers. As a key component of the broader meat processing sector, the 160210 industry contributes significantly to the overall economy, generating employment and revenue across various stages of the supply chain.

Production process

The production of items under HS code 160210 typically involves a series of processing steps. This may include the selection and preparation of raw meat and offal, followed by grinding, mixing, and homogenization to create a uniform product. Depending on the specific item, additional ingredients such as seasonings, preservatives, or binders may be added. The mixture is then packaged and sterilized or heat-treated to ensure food safety and extend shelf life.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 160210 industry include raw meat and meat offal, which serve as the primary ingredients. Specialized processing equipment, such as grinders, mixers, and packaging machinery, are also essential. Depending on the product, additional inputs like seasonings, preservatives, and packaging materials may be necessary to meet consumer preferences and regulatory requirements.

Production outputs

The 160210 industry produces a diverse range of meat-based preparations, including canned, jarred, or otherwise packaged items. These products may be consumed directly by end-users or used as ingredients in other food manufacturing processes, such as the production of 160100 Sausages, and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products, 160241 Meat, swine, preparations, or 160290 Meat, meat offal or blood, preparations. The versatility of these meat preparations allows them to be integrated into a wide range of food products, contributing to their widespread demand and importance within the broader food industry.

Revisions to 160210

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 160210. The most recent 1 version of this code (160210) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 160210 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for meat preparations; homogenised preparations of meat, meat offal or blood

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/16'>16: Meat, fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates; preparations thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1602'>1602: Prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160210'>160210: Meat preparations; homogenised preparations of meat, meat offal or blood</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160220'>160220: Meat preparations; of the prepared or preserved liver of any animal (excluding homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160231'>160231: Meat preparations; of turkeys, prepared or preserved meat or meat offal (excluding livers and homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160232'>160232: Meat preparations; of the poultry of heading no. 0105, (i.e. of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160239'>160239: Meat preparations; of poultry (excluding turkeys), prepared or preserved meat or meat offal (excluding livers and homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160241'>160241: Meat preparations; of swine, hams and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved (excluding homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160242'>160242: Meat preparations; of swine, shoulders and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved (excluding homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160249'>160249: Meat preparations; of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160250'>160250: Meat preparations; of bovine animals, meat or meat offal, prepared or preserved (excluding livers and homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160290'>160290: Meat preparations; of meat, meat offal or the blood of any animal, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602</a>"]

    

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