Meat preparations; of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602

HS v2017 Code: 160249

About meat preparations; of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602

HS code 160249 covers a wide range of prepared or preserved meat products made from swine (pork) meat or offal. These products are an important part of the global food industry, providing a convenient and shelf-stable source of protein for consumers around the world. The production and trade of these meat preparations play a significant role in the international food supply chain and contribute to the overall economy.

Production process

The production of meat preparations under HS code 160249 typically involves a combination of processing techniques such as curing, smoking, cooking, and packaging. Raw pork meat and offal are first cleaned, trimmed, and may be cured with salt, nitrites, and other preservatives. The meat is then cooked, smoked, or otherwise processed to achieve the desired flavor and texture. Finally, the prepared meat is packaged, often in cans, jars, or vacuum-sealed pouches, to ensure a long shelf life.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 160249 meat preparations include pork meat and offal, as well as various seasonings, curing agents, and packaging materials. Specialized machinery and equipment, such as meat grinders, mixers, smokers, and canning/sealing machines, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a reliable supply of energy, water, and labor to support the production and distribution of these meat products.

Production outputs

The meat preparations covered under HS code 160249 are primarily consumed as ready-to-eat or heat-and-serve protein sources. These products are often used as ingredients in a variety of dishes, such as 160100 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products, 160241 Meat preparations; of swine, hams and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved, and 160242 Meat preparations; of swine, shoulders and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved. The industry's outputs also serve as inputs for the broader 1602 Meat, meat offal or blood preparations industry.

Revisions to 160249

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 160249. The most recent 1 version of this code (160249) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 160249 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for meat preparations; of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602

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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/v2017/160249'>160249: Meat preparations; of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160210'>160210: Meat preparations; homogenised preparations of meat, meat offal or blood</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160220'>160220: Meat preparations; of the prepared or preserved liver of any animal (excluding homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> F["<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 --> G["<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 --> H["<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 --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160241'>160241: Meat preparations; of swine, hams and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved (excluding homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/160242'>160242: Meat preparations; of swine, shoulders and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved (excluding homogenised preparations)</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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