Sugar confectionery; (excluding chewing gum, including white chocolate), not containing cocoa

HS code 170490 covers a wide range of sugar-based confectionery products, excluding chewing gum and those containing cocoa. This industry plays a significant role in the global food and beverage sector, catering to the growing consumer demand for sweet treats and indulgences. These sugar confectionery items are widely consumed across various age groups and cultures, making them an important component of the broader food and snack industry.

The production of sugar confectionery under HS code 170490 typically involves a series of steps, including mixing, cooking, molding, and packaging. Manufacturers often use specialized equipment such as boiling kettles, cooling tables, and molding machines to ensure consistent quality and shape. The cooking process is crucial, as it involves precisely controlling temperature and time to achieve the desired texture and flavor profiles.

The main inputs required for the production of sugar confectionery under HS code 170490 include refined sugar, glucose syrup, flavorings, and various other ingredients such as gelatin, starches, and food coloring. Manufacturers may also require specialized machinery and equipment, as well as packaging materials to ensure the final products are protected and presented attractively.

The primary outputs of the sugar confectionery industry covered by HS code 170490 are a wide range of sweet treats, including hard candies, gummy candies, marshmallows, and other sugar-based confections. These products are often consumed as snacks or used as ingredients in other food items, such as 180690 Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa, 190590 Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares, and 210690 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included.