Sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight 99% or more lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter

HS v2017 Code: 170211

About sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight 99% or more lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter

HS code 170211 covers the classification of sugars, lactose, and lactose syrups that contain 99% or more lactose by weight, calculated on a dry matter basis. This industry plays a crucial role in the global food and dairy supply chain, providing essential ingredients for a wide range of products, from infant formula to confectionery. As a highly refined and purified form of lactose, the products under this code are in high demand across various industries, contributing to the overall growth and development of the international trade landscape.

Production process

The production of the products classified under HS code 170211 typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw lactose is extracted from whey, a byproduct of cheese or casein production. The lactose is then purified, often through a series of crystallization and centrifugation steps, to remove impurities and achieve the desired level of purity. Finally, the purified lactose is dried and packaged for distribution and use in various applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the goods classified under HS code 170211 include raw lactose, which is typically sourced from the dairy industry, as well as specialized equipment and machinery for the purification and drying processes. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, energy sources, and a reliable supply chain to ensure the efficient and consistent production of these high-purity lactose products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 170211 are highly refined lactose and lactose syrups, which are used as ingredients in a wide range of food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. These products may be further consumed by manufacturers of 190110 Preparations for infant use, put up for retail sale, 170490 (Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa), and 210690 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included.

Revisions to 170211

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 170211. The most recent 1 version of this code (170211) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 170211 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight 99% or more lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/17'>17: Sugars and sugar confectionery</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1702'>1702: Sugars, including lactose, maltose, glucose or fructose in solid form; sugar syrups without added flavouring or colouring matter; artificial honey, whether or not mixed with natural honey; caramel</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/170211'>170211: Sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight 99% or more lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/170219'>170219: Sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight less than 99% lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/170220'>170220: Sugars; maple sugar, chemically pure, in solid form; maple syrup, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/170230'>170230: Sugars; glucose and glucose syrup, not containing fructose or containing in the dry state less than 20% by weight of fructose, the syrup not containing added flavouring or colouring matter</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/170240'>170240: Sugars; glucose and glucose syrup, containing in the dry state at least 20% but less than 50% by weight of fructose, excluding invert sugar, the syrup not containing added flavouring or colouring matter</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/170250'>170250: Sugars; fructose, chemically pure, in solid form</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/170260'>170260: Sugars; fructose, other than chemically pure fructose, and fructose syrup (containing in the dry state more than 50% by weight of fructose), excluding invert sugar</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/170290'>170290: Sugars; n.e.c. in heading no. 1702, including invert sugar and other sugar and sugar syrup blends containing, in the dry state, 50% by weight of fructose</a>"]

    

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