Sugars; molasses, from sugar beet, resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar

HS v2017 Code: 170390

About sugars; molasses, from sugar beet, resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar

HS code 170390 covers sugars and molasses derived from the extraction or refining of sugar beet. This industry plays a crucial role in the global food and beverage supply chain, providing essential sweetening agents for a wide range of products. As a major agricultural commodity, the production and trade of sugar beet-based sugars and molasses significantly impact the broader economy, particularly in regions where sugar beet cultivation is a prominent agricultural activity.

Production process

The production of sugars and molasses under HS code 170390 involves a multi-step process. First, sugar beets are harvested and transported to processing facilities. The beets are then washed, sliced, and subjected to a diffusion process to extract the sugar-rich juice. The juice is then clarified, evaporated, and crystallized to produce raw sugar. Further refining may be undertaken to produce white, refined sugar. The remaining molasses is a byproduct of this process and is also a valuable output.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of sugars and molasses under HS code 170390 include sugar beets as the primary raw material, as well as water, energy sources, and processing equipment such as diffusion tanks, evaporators, and centrifuges. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to operate the production facilities and maintain the necessary infrastructure.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 170390 are various forms of sugar, including raw sugar, refined white sugar, and molasses. These products are widely used in the food and beverage industry, serving as sweeteners for a range of products, including 170111 Cane sugar, raw, in solid form, 170199 Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form, and 170410 Chewing gum, whether or not sugar-coated. Molasses is also used in the production of 220710 Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher, as well as in animal feed and other industrial applications.

Revisions to 170390

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 170390. The most recent 1 version of this code (170390) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 170390 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

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