Meat preparations; of meat, meat offal or the blood of any animal, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602

HS v2017 Code: 160290

About meat preparations; of meat, meat offal or the blood of any animal, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602

HS code 160290 covers a wide range of meat preparations that are not classified elsewhere in the 1602 heading. This industry plays a crucial role in the global food supply chain, providing convenient and shelf-stable meat-based products to consumers and food service businesses around the world. These meat preparations are an important source of protein, nutrients, and culinary versatility, contributing to the diversity and accessibility of the global food market.

Production process

Meat preparations under HS code 160290 are produced using a variety of techniques, including curing, smoking, drying, and canning. The specific production methods depend on the type of meat product, but often involve the use of spices, marinades, and other flavorings to enhance the taste and texture of the final product. Advanced processing equipment, such as meat grinders, mixers, and packaging machines, are commonly used in the manufacture of these meat preparations.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 160290 meat preparations include various types of meat, such as beef, pork, poultry, or game meat, as well as meat offal and blood. Other key inputs include salt, curing agents, spices, and preservatives. Specialized machinery, such as meat processing equipment, ovens, and packaging materials, are also essential for the efficient and consistent production of these meat-based products.

Production outputs

The meat preparations covered under HS code 160290 are used in a wide range of food products and applications. These include ready-to-eat meals, canned or jarred meat products, sausages, and other processed meat items. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by 160100 Meat and meat offal, prepared or preserved, 160210 Meat, meat offal or blood; sausages and similar products, and 160241 Meat, meat offal or blood; hams and cuts thereof, among other related food industry sectors.

Revisions to 160290

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 160290. The most recent 1 version of this code (160290) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 160290 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for meat preparations; of meat, meat offal or the blood of any animal, 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/v2017/160290'>160290: Meat preparations; of meat, meat offal or the blood of any animal, 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/v2017/160249'>160249: Meat preparations; of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602</a>"]
B --> L["<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>"]

    

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