Molasses; resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar
HS v2017 Code: 1703
About molasses; resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar
HS code 1703 covers molasses, a thick, dark syrup that is a byproduct of the sugar production process. Molasses is an important ingredient in various food and beverage products, as well as a valuable source of nutrients and minerals. This industry plays a significant role in the global sugar supply chain, providing a valuable outlet for the residual materials from sugar refining operations.
Production process
Molasses is produced during the process of extracting and refining sugar from sugarcane or sugar beets. After the sugar crystals are removed, the remaining thick, syrupy liquid is the molasses. The type of molasses produced depends on the stage of the sugar extraction process, with the first extraction yielding a lighter, sweeter molasses, and subsequent extractions producing darker, more robust varieties.
Production inputs
The primary inputs for the molasses industry are sugarcane or sugar beets, which are the raw materials used in the sugar production process. Additionally, the industry requires specialized equipment and machinery for the extraction, refining, and processing of the molasses. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also necessary for the various stages of production.
Production outputs
The main output of the molasses industry is the molasses itself, which is used in a variety of food and beverage products, including baked goods, sauces, and alcoholic beverages. Molasses is also used as a livestock feed additive and as a source of nutrients and minerals. Other related HS codes that may consume molasses output include 1701 Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form, 2106 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, and 2208 Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages.
Family tree for molasses; resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar
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